Finding the Fourth Proportional to 238.62, 357.21 and 174.54
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 238.62, 357.21 and 174.54 is: 261.28
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
238.62 : 357.21 = 174.54 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
238.62/357.21 = 174.54/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
238.62x = 357.21 × 174.54 - Step 4: Simplify right side
238.62x = 62,347.43 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 62,347.43/238.62 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 261.28
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