Finding the Fourth Proportional to 755, 1,132.50 and 299
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 755, 1,132.50 and 299 is: 448.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
755 : 1,132.50 = 299 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
755/1,132.50 = 299/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
755x = 1,132.50 × 299 - Step 4: Simplify right side
755x = 338,617.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 338,617.50/755 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 448.50
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