Finding the Fourth Proportional to 598, 825.26 and 336
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 598, 825.26 and 336 is: 463.69
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
598 : 825.26 = 336 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
598/825.26 = 336/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
598x = 825.26 × 336 - Step 4: Simplify right side
598x = 277,287.36 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 277,287.36/598 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 463.69
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