Finding the Fourth Proportional to 177.12, 265.68 and 120
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 177.12, 265.68 and 120 is: 180
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
177.12 : 265.68 = 120 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
177.12/265.68 = 120/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
177.12x = 265.68 × 120 - Step 4: Simplify right side
177.12x = 31,881.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 31,881.60/177.12 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 180
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