Finding the Fourth Proportional to 246,966.64, 340,793.72 and 139,546
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 246,966.64, 340,793.72 and 139,546 is: 192,562.04
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
246,966.64 : 340,793.72 = 139,546 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
246,966.64/340,793.72 = 139,546/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
246,966.64x = 340,793.72 × 139,546 - Step 4: Simplify right side
246,966.64x = 47,556,400,451.12 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 47,556,400,451.12/246,966.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 192,562.04
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