Finding the Fourth Proportional to 332, 498.08 and 104
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 332, 498.08 and 104 is: 156.03
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
332 : 498.08 = 104 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
332/498.08 = 104/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
332x = 498.08 × 104 - Step 4: Simplify right side
332x = 51,800.32 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 51,800.32/332 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 156.03
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