Finding the Fourth Proportional to 222, 332.88 and 85
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 222, 332.88 and 85 is: 127.45
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
222 : 332.88 = 85 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
222/332.88 = 85/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
222x = 332.88 × 85 - Step 4: Simplify right side
222x = 28,294.80 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 28,294.80/222 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 127.45
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