Finding the Fourth Proportional to 263, 362.94 and 159.52
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 263, 362.94 and 159.52 is: 220.14
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
263 : 362.94 = 159.52 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
263/362.94 = 159.52/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
263x = 362.94 × 159.52 - Step 4: Simplify right side
263x = 57,896.19 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 57,896.19/263 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 220.14
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