Finding the Fourth Proportional to 296, 444.16 and 144
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 296, 444.16 and 144 is: 216.08
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
296 : 444.16 = 144 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
296/444.16 = 144/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
296x = 444.16 × 144 - Step 4: Simplify right side
296x = 63,959.04 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 63,959.04/296 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 216.08
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