Finding the Fourth Proportional to 260.44, 359.42 and 144
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 260.44, 359.42 and 144 is: 198.73
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
260.44 : 359.42 = 144 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
260.44/359.42 = 144/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
260.44x = 359.42 × 144 - Step 4: Simplify right side
260.44x = 51,755.76 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 51,755.76/260.44 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 198.73
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