Finding the Fourth Proportional to 240.62, 332.08 and 157.96
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 240.62, 332.08 and 157.96 is: 218.00
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
240.62 : 332.08 = 157.96 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
240.62/332.08 = 157.96/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
240.62x = 332.08 × 157.96 - Step 4: Simplify right side
240.62x = 52,455.36 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 52,455.36/240.62 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 218.00
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