Finding the Fourth Proportional to 600, 828 and 393
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 600, 828 and 393 is: 542.34
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
600 : 828 = 393 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
600/828 = 393/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
600x = 828 × 393 - Step 4: Simplify right side
600x = 325,404 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 325,404/600 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 542.34
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