Finding the Fourth Proportional to 737, 1,105.98 and 281
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 737, 1,105.98 and 281 is: 421.68
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
737 : 1,105.98 = 281 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
737/1,105.98 = 281/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
737x = 1,105.98 × 281 - Step 4: Simplify right side
737x = 310,780.38 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 310,780.38/737 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 421.68
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