Finding the Fourth Proportional to 240.28, 360.50 and 159.44
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 240.28, 360.50 and 159.44 is: 239.21
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
240.28 : 360.50 = 159.44 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
240.28/360.50 = 159.44/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
240.28x = 360.50 × 159.44 - Step 4: Simplify right side
240.28x = 57,478.12 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 57,478.12/240.28 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 239.21
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