Finding the Fourth Proportional to 320.15, 479.62 and 157.65
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 320.15, 479.62 and 157.65 is: 236.17
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
320.15 : 479.62 = 157.65 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
320.15/479.62 = 157.65/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
320.15x = 479.62 × 157.65 - Step 4: Simplify right side
320.15x = 75,610.49 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 75,610.49/320.15 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 236.17
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