Finding the Fourth Proportional to 232, 348.24 and 160
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 232, 348.24 and 160 is: 240.17
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
232 : 348.24 = 160 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
232/348.24 = 160/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
232x = 348.24 × 160 - Step 4: Simplify right side
232x = 55,718.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 55,718.40/232 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 240.17
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