Finding the Fourth Proportional to 271, 373.98 and 160.48
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 271, 373.98 and 160.48 is: 221.46
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
271 : 373.98 = 160.48 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
271/373.98 = 160.48/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
271x = 373.98 × 160.48 - Step 4: Simplify right side
271x = 60,016.31 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 60,016.31/271 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 221.46
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