Finding the Fourth Proportional to 748, 1,121.94 and 337
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 748, 1,121.94 and 337 is: 505.47
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
748 : 1,121.94 = 337 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
748/1,121.94 = 337/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
748x = 1,121.94 × 337 - Step 4: Simplify right side
748x = 378,093.78 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 378,093.78/748 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 505.47
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