Finding the Fourth Proportional to 265.56, 366.42 and 162
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 265.56, 366.42 and 162 is: 223.53
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
265.56 : 366.42 = 162 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
265.56/366.42 = 162/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
265.56x = 366.42 × 162 - Step 4: Simplify right side
265.56x = 59,360.04 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 59,360.04/265.56 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 223.53
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