Finding the Fourth Proportional to 2,375, 3,562.50 and 836
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 2,375, 3,562.50 and 836 is: 1,254
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
2,375 : 3,562.50 = 836 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
2,375/3,562.50 = 836/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
2,375x = 3,562.50 × 836 - Step 4: Simplify right side
2,375x = 2,978,250 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 2,978,250/2,375 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 1,254
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