Finding the Fourth Proportional to 635.99, 955.60 and 592.99
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 635.99, 955.60 and 592.99 is: 890.99
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
635.99 : 955.60 = 592.99 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
635.99/955.60 = 592.99/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
635.99x = 955.60 × 592.99 - Step 4: Simplify right side
635.99x = 566,657.37 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 566,657.37/635.99 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 890.99
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