Finding the Fourth Proportional to 754, 1,131 and 241
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 754, 1,131 and 241 is: 361.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
754 : 1,131 = 241 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
754/1,131 = 241/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
754x = 1,131 × 241 - Step 4: Simplify right side
754x = 272,571 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 272,571/754 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 361.50
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