Finding the Fourth Proportional to 762.75, 1,144.13 and 185.63
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 762.75, 1,144.13 and 185.63 is: 278.44
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
762.75 : 1,144.13 = 185.63 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
762.75/1,144.13 = 185.63/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
762.75x = 1,144.13 × 185.63 - Step 4: Simplify right side
762.75x = 212,378.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 212,378.20/762.75 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 278.44
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