Proportion Calculator

Input any three values among \( A, B, C, \) or \( D \), and quickly calculate the missing value that satisfies the proportional relationship \( A : B = C : D \).

Calculate the Fourth Value A : B = C : D

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What Is a Proportional Relationship?

In mathematics, a proportion represents the equality of two ratios. If \( A : B = C : D \), it implies: \( \frac{A}{B} = \frac{C}{D} \) Using the cross-multiplication principle, we get: \( A \times D = B \times C \) This relationship allows us to calculate the fourth value when three values are known.

How to Calculate the Fourth Value?

Using the proportional formula \( A : B = C : D \):

  • If \( A, B, \) and \( C \) are known, \( D \) can be calculated as: \( D = \frac{B \times C}{A} \).
  • If \( B, C, \) and \( D \) are known, \( A \) can be calculated as: \( A = \frac{B \times C}{D} \).
  • If \( A, C, \) and \( D \) are known, \( B \) can be calculated as: \( B = \frac{A \times D}{C} \).
  • If \( A, B, \) and \( D \) are known, \( C \) can be calculated as: \( C = \frac{A \times D}{B} \).

Examples

Example 1: Given \( A = 3 \), \( B = 4 \), and \( C = 9 \), find \( D \).

Solution:

\( D = \frac{B \times C}{A} = \frac{4 \times 9}{3} = 12 \)

Result: \( D = 12 \)

Example 2: Given \( B = 7 \), \( C = 21 \), and \( D = 28 \), find \( A \).

Solution:

\( A = \frac{B \times C}{D} = \frac{7 \times 21}{28} = 5.25 \)

Result: \( A = 5.25 \)