Finding the Fourth Proportional to 226, 339.12 and 112
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 226, 339.12 and 112 is: 168.06
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
226 : 339.12 = 112 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
226/339.12 = 112/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
226x = 339.12 × 112 - Step 4: Simplify right side
226x = 37,981.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 37,981.44/226 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 168.06
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