Finding the Fourth Proportional to 755.70, 1,134 and 269.16
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 755.70, 1,134 and 269.16 is: 403.90
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
755.70 : 1,134 = 269.16 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
755.70/1,134 = 269.16/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
755.70x = 1,134 × 269.16 - Step 4: Simplify right side
755.70x = 305,227.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 305,227.44/755.70 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 403.90
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