Finding the Fourth Proportional to 737, 1,105.30 and 275
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 737, 1,105.30 and 275 is: 412.43
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
737 : 1,105.30 = 275 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
737/1,105.30 = 275/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
737x = 1,105.30 × 275 - Step 4: Simplify right side
737x = 303,957.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 303,957.50/737 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 412.43
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