Finding the Fourth Proportional to 757.83, 1,136.78 and 210
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 757.83, 1,136.78 and 210 is: 315.01
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
757.83 : 1,136.78 = 210 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
757.83/1,136.78 = 210/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
757.83x = 1,136.78 × 210 - Step 4: Simplify right side
757.83x = 238,723.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 238,723.80/757.83 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 315.01
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