Finding the Fourth Proportional to 117.20, 175.80 and 110
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 117.20, 175.80 and 110 is: 165
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
117.20 : 175.80 = 110 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
117.20/175.80 = 110/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
117.20x = 175.80 × 110 - Step 4: Simplify right side
117.20x = 19,338 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 19,338/117.20 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 165
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