Finding the Fourth Proportional to 592.97, 888.26 and 361.17
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 592.97, 888.26 and 361.17 is: 541.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
592.97 : 888.26 = 361.17 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
592.97/888.26 = 361.17/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
592.97x = 888.26 × 361.17 - Step 4: Simplify right side
592.97x = 320,811.06 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 320,811.06/592.97 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 541.03
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