Finding the Fourth Proportional to 592, 888.32 and 592
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 592, 888.32 and 592 is: 888.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
592 : 888.32 = 592 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
592/888.32 = 592/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
592x = 888.32 × 592 - Step 4: Simplify right side
592x = 525,885.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 525,885.44/592 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 888.32
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