Finding the Fourth Proportional to 589, 883.50 and 247
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 589, 883.50 and 247 is: 370.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
589 : 883.50 = 247 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
589/883.50 = 247/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
589x = 883.50 × 247 - Step 4: Simplify right side
589x = 218,224.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 218,224.50/589 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 370.50
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