Finding the Fourth Proportional to 582.09, 803.30 and 316.53
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 582.09, 803.30 and 316.53 is: 436.82
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
582.09 : 803.30 = 316.53 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
582.09/803.30 = 316.53/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
582.09x = 803.30 × 316.53 - Step 4: Simplify right side
582.09x = 254,266.97 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 254,266.97/582.09 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 436.82
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