Finding the Fourth Proportional to 242, 363 and 111.84
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 242, 363 and 111.84 is: 167.76
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
242 : 363 = 111.84 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
242/363 = 111.84/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
242x = 363 × 111.84 - Step 4: Simplify right side
242x = 40,597.92 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 40,597.92/242 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 167.76
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