Finding the Fourth Proportional to 756.12, 1,134 and 705
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 756.12, 1,134 and 705 is: 1,057.33
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
756.12 : 1,134 = 705 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
756.12/1,134 = 705/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
756.12x = 1,134 × 705 - Step 4: Simplify right side
756.12x = 799,470 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 799,470/756.12 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 1,057.33
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