Finding the Fourth Proportional to 245.52, 338.84 and 142
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 245.52, 338.84 and 142 is: 195.97
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
245.52 : 338.84 = 142 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
245.52/338.84 = 142/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
245.52x = 338.84 × 142 - Step 4: Simplify right side
245.52x = 48,115.28 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 48,115.28/245.52 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 195.97
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