Finding the Fourth Proportional to 597.88, 825.07 and 365
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 597.88, 825.07 and 365 is: 503.70
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
597.88 : 825.07 = 365 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
597.88/825.07 = 365/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
597.88x = 825.07 × 365 - Step 4: Simplify right side
597.88x = 301,150.55 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 301,150.55/597.88 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 503.70
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