Finding the Fourth Proportional to 416, 624 and 159.52
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 416, 624 and 159.52 is: 239.28
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
416 : 624 = 159.52 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
416/624 = 159.52/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
416x = 624 × 159.52 - Step 4: Simplify right side
416x = 99,540.48 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 99,540.48/416 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 239.28
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