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Finding the Fourth Proportional to 250.83, 376.12 and 159.71

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Solution

The fourth proportional to 250.83, 376.12 and 159.71 is: 239.49

Step by Step Solution

  1. Step 1: Write the proportion equation
    250.83 : 376.12 = 159.71 : x
  2. Step 2: Convert to fraction form
    250.83/376.12 = 159.71/x
  3. Step 3: Cross multiply
    250.83x = 376.12 × 159.71
  4. Step 4: Simplify right side
    250.83x = 60,070.13
  5. Step 5: Solve for x
    x = 60,070.13/250.83
  6. Step 6: Final answer
    x = 239.49

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