Finding the Fourth Proportional to 597.01, 828.37 and 580
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 597.01, 828.37 and 580 is: 804.77
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
597.01 : 828.37 = 580 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
597.01/828.37 = 580/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
597.01x = 828.37 × 580 - Step 4: Simplify right side
597.01x = 480,454.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 480,454.60/597.01 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 804.77
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