Finding the Fourth Proportional to 756, 1,134 and 243
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 756, 1,134 and 243 is: 364.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
756 : 1,134 = 243 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
756/1,134 = 243/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
756x = 1,134 × 243 - Step 4: Simplify right side
756x = 275,562 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 275,562/756 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 364.50
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