Finding the Fourth Proportional to 364.79, 546.50 and 158.99
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 364.79, 546.50 and 158.99 is: 238.18
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
364.79 : 546.50 = 158.99 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
364.79/546.50 = 158.99/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
364.79x = 546.50 × 158.99 - Step 4: Simplify right side
364.79x = 86,884.51 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 86,884.51/364.79 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 238.18
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