Finding the Fourth Proportional to 758, 1,137 and 245
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 758, 1,137 and 245 is: 367.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
758 : 1,137 = 245 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
758/1,137 = 245/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
758x = 1,137 × 245 - Step 4: Simplify right side
758x = 278,565 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 278,565/758 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 367.50
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