Finding the Fourth Proportional to 248.38, 372.43 and 86
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 248.38, 372.43 and 86 is: 128.95
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
248.38 : 372.43 = 86 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
248.38/372.43 = 86/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
248.38x = 372.43 × 86 - Step 4: Simplify right side
248.38x = 32,028.98 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 32,028.98/248.38 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 128.95
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