Finding the Fourth Proportional to 744.12, 1,116.30 and 231
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 744.12, 1,116.30 and 231 is: 346.54
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
744.12 : 1,116.30 = 231 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
744.12/1,116.30 = 231/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
744.12x = 1,116.30 × 231 - Step 4: Simplify right side
744.12x = 257,865.30 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 257,865.30/744.12 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 346.54
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