Finding the Fourth Proportional to 372.16, 557.92 and 144
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 372.16, 557.92 and 144 is: 215.88
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
372.16 : 557.92 = 144 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
372.16/557.92 = 144/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
372.16x = 557.92 × 144 - Step 4: Simplify right side
372.16x = 80,340.48 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 80,340.48/372.16 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 215.88
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