Finding the Fourth Proportional to 751, 1,126.50 and 203.14
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 751, 1,126.50 and 203.14 is: 304.71
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
751 : 1,126.50 = 203.14 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
751/1,126.50 = 203.14/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
751x = 1,126.50 × 203.14 - Step 4: Simplify right side
751x = 228,837.21 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 228,837.21/751 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 304.71
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