Finding the Fourth Proportional to 180, 270 and 116.10
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 180, 270 and 116.10 is: 174.15
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
180 : 270 = 116.10 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
180/270 = 116.10/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
180x = 270 × 116.10 - Step 4: Simplify right side
180x = 31,347 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 31,347/180 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 174.15
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