Finding the Fourth Proportional to 220.32, 304.56 and 168.48
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 220.32, 304.56 and 168.48 is: 232.90
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
220.32 : 304.56 = 168.48 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
220.32/304.56 = 168.48/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
220.32x = 304.56 × 168.48 - Step 4: Simplify right side
220.32x = 51,312.27 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 51,312.27/220.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 232.90
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