Finding the Fourth Proportional to 756.96, 1,135.53 and 237
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 756.96, 1,135.53 and 237 is: 355.53
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
756.96 : 1,135.53 = 237 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
756.96/1,135.53 = 237/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
756.96x = 1,135.53 × 237 - Step 4: Simplify right side
756.96x = 269,120.61 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 269,120.61/756.96 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 355.53
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