Finding the Fourth Proportional to 244, 366.24 and 130.24
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 244, 366.24 and 130.24 is: 195.49
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
244 : 366.24 = 130.24 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
244/366.24 = 130.24/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
244x = 366.24 × 130.24 - Step 4: Simplify right side
244x = 47,699.10 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 47,699.10/244 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 195.49
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