Finding the Fourth Proportional to 599.99, 827.97 and 338
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 599.99, 827.97 and 338 is: 466.43
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
599.99 : 827.97 = 338 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
599.99/827.97 = 338/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
599.99x = 827.97 × 338 - Step 4: Simplify right side
599.99x = 279,853.86 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 279,853.86/599.99 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 466.43
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