Finding the Fourth Proportional to 159.60, 238.92 and 138
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 159.60, 238.92 and 138 is: 206.58
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
159.60 : 238.92 = 138 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
159.60/238.92 = 138/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
159.60x = 238.92 × 138 - Step 4: Simplify right side
159.60x = 32,970.96 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 32,970.96/159.60 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 206.58
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