Finding the Fourth Proportional to 240.31, 359.88 and 163
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 240.31, 359.88 and 163 is: 244.10
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
240.31 : 359.88 = 163 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
240.31/359.88 = 163/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
240.31x = 359.88 × 163 - Step 4: Simplify right side
240.31x = 58,660.44 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 58,660.44/240.31 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 244.10
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