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Finding the Fourth Proportional to 250.79, 375.91 and 120.71

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Solution

The fourth proportional to 250.79, 375.91 and 120.71 is: 180.93

Step by Step Solution

  1. Step 1: Write the proportion equation
    250.79 : 375.91 = 120.71 : x
  2. Step 2: Convert to fraction form
    250.79/375.91 = 120.71/x
  3. Step 3: Cross multiply
    250.79x = 375.91 × 120.71
  4. Step 4: Simplify right side
    250.79x = 45,373.91
  5. Step 5: Solve for x
    x = 45,373.91/250.79
  6. Step 6: Final answer
    x = 180.93

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