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Finding the Fourth Proportional to 247, 370.62 and 133

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Solution

The fourth proportional to 247, 370.62 and 133 is: 199.56

Step by Step Solution

  1. Step 1: Write the proportion equation
    247 : 370.62 = 133 : x
  2. Step 2: Convert to fraction form
    247/370.62 = 133/x
  3. Step 3: Cross multiply
    247x = 370.62 × 133
  4. Step 4: Simplify right side
    247x = 49,292.46
  5. Step 5: Solve for x
    x = 49,292.46/247
  6. Step 6: Final answer
    x = 199.56

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