Finding the Fourth Proportional to 711.62, 982.73 and 588.50
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 711.62, 982.73 and 588.50 is: 812.70
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
711.62 : 982.73 = 588.50 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
711.62/982.73 = 588.50/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
711.62x = 982.73 × 588.50 - Step 4: Simplify right side
711.62x = 578,336.61 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 578,336.61/711.62 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 812.70
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