Finding the Fourth Proportional to 237.18, 355.68 and 171.99
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 237.18, 355.68 and 171.99 is: 257.92
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
237.18 : 355.68 = 171.99 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
237.18/355.68 = 171.99/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
237.18x = 355.68 × 171.99 - Step 4: Simplify right side
237.18x = 61,173.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 61,173.40/237.18 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 257.92
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