Finding the Fourth Proportional to 120, 165.60 and 74
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 120, 165.60 and 74 is: 102.12
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
120 : 165.60 = 74 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
120/165.60 = 74/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
120x = 165.60 × 74 - Step 4: Simplify right side
120x = 12,254.40 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 12,254.40/120 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 102.12
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