Finding the Fourth Proportional to 244.28, 366.42 and 116
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 244.28, 366.42 and 116 is: 174
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
244.28 : 366.42 = 116 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
244.28/366.42 = 116/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
244.28x = 366.42 × 116 - Step 4: Simplify right side
244.28x = 42,504.72 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 42,504.72/244.28 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 174
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