Finding the Fourth Proportional to 222.26, 333.12 and 158
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 222.26, 333.12 and 158 is: 236.81
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
222.26 : 333.12 = 158 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
222.26/333.12 = 158/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
222.26x = 333.12 × 158 - Step 4: Simplify right side
222.26x = 52,632.96 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 52,632.96/222.26 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 236.81
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