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Finding the Fourth Proportional to 220.83, 304.62 and 171

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Solution

The fourth proportional to 220.83, 304.62 and 171 is: 235.88

Step by Step Solution

  1. Step 1: Write the proportion equation
    220.83 : 304.62 = 171 : x
  2. Step 2: Convert to fraction form
    220.83/304.62 = 171/x
  3. Step 3: Cross multiply
    220.83x = 304.62 × 171
  4. Step 4: Simplify right side
    220.83x = 52,090.02
  5. Step 5: Solve for x
    x = 52,090.02/220.83
  6. Step 6: Final answer
    x = 235.88

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