Finding the Fourth Proportional to 180,322.64, 270,508.56 and 75,117
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 180,322.64, 270,508.56 and 75,117 is: 112,685.75
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
180,322.64 : 270,508.56 = 75,117 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
180,322.64/270,508.56 = 75,117/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
180,322.64x = 270,508.56 × 75,117 - Step 4: Simplify right side
180,322.64x = 20,319,791,501.52 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 20,319,791,501.52/180,322.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 112,685.75
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