Finding the Fourth Proportional to 237.16, 355.74 and 161
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 237.16, 355.74 and 161 is: 241.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
237.16 : 355.74 = 161 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
237.16/355.74 = 161/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
237.16x = 355.74 × 161 - Step 4: Simplify right side
237.16x = 57,274.14 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 57,274.14/237.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 241.50
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