Finding the Fourth Proportional to 582.35, 875.68 and 536.99
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 582.35, 875.68 and 536.99 is: 807.47
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
582.35 : 875.68 = 536.99 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
582.35/875.68 = 536.99/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
582.35x = 875.68 × 536.99 - Step 4: Simplify right side
582.35x = 470,225.68 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 470,225.68/582.35 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 807.47
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