Finding the Fourth Proportional to 598.42, 825.46 and 362.20
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 598.42, 825.46 and 362.20 is: 499.62
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
598.42 : 825.46 = 362.20 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
598.42/825.46 = 362.20/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
598.42x = 825.46 × 362.20 - Step 4: Simplify right side
598.42x = 298,981.61 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 298,981.61/598.42 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 499.62
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