Finding the Fourth Proportional to 594, 819.72 and 387
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 594, 819.72 and 387 is: 534.06
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
594 : 819.72 = 387 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
594/819.72 = 387/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
594x = 819.72 × 387 - Step 4: Simplify right side
594x = 317,231.64 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 317,231.64/594 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 534.06
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