Finding the Fourth Proportional to 688.92, 950.58 and 427
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 688.92, 950.58 and 427 is: 589.18
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
688.92 : 950.58 = 427 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
688.92/950.58 = 427/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
688.92x = 950.58 × 427 - Step 4: Simplify right side
688.92x = 405,897.66 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 405,897.66/688.92 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 589.18
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