Finding the Fourth Proportional to 368.16, 552.24 and 140
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 368.16, 552.24 and 140 is: 210
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
368.16 : 552.24 = 140 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
368.16/552.24 = 140/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
368.16x = 552.24 × 140 - Step 4: Simplify right side
368.16x = 77,313.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 77,313.60/368.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 210
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