Finding the Fourth Proportional to 240.78, 361.16 and 138
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 240.78, 361.16 and 138 is: 206.99
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
240.78 : 361.16 = 138 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
240.78/361.16 = 138/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
240.78x = 361.16 × 138 - Step 4: Simplify right side
240.78x = 49,839.39 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 49,839.39/240.78 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 206.99
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