Finding the Fourth Proportional to 240, 360.16 and 88
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 240, 360.16 and 88 is: 132.06
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
240 : 360.16 = 88 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
240/360.16 = 88/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
240x = 360.16 × 88 - Step 4: Simplify right side
240x = 31,694.08 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 31,694.08/240 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 132.06
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