Finding the Fourth Proportional to 235.24, 352.91 and 119.74
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 235.24, 352.91 and 119.74 is: 179.64
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
235.24 : 352.91 = 119.74 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
235.24/352.91 = 119.74/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
235.24x = 352.91 × 119.74 - Step 4: Simplify right side
235.24x = 42,257.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 42,257.44/235.24 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 179.64
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