Finding the Fourth Proportional to 775, 1,162.50 and 262
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 775, 1,162.50 and 262 is: 393
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
775 : 1,162.50 = 262 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
775/1,162.50 = 262/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
775x = 1,162.50 × 262 - Step 4: Simplify right side
775x = 304,575 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 304,575/775 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 393
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