Finding the Fourth Proportional to 259,558, 358,190.12 and 140,326
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 259,558, 358,190.12 and 140,326 is: 193,649.92
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
259,558 : 358,190.12 = 140,326 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
259,558/358,190.12 = 140,326/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
259,558x = 358,190.12 × 140,326 - Step 4: Simplify right side
259,558x = 50,263,386,779.12 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 50,263,386,779.12/259,558 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 193,649.92
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