Finding the Fourth Proportional to 599.70, 827.97 and 452.99
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 599.70, 827.97 and 452.99 is: 625.42
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
599.70 : 827.97 = 452.99 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
599.70/827.97 = 452.99/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
599.70x = 827.97 × 452.99 - Step 4: Simplify right side
599.70x = 375,065.05 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 375,065.05/599.70 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 625.42
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