Finding the Fourth Proportional to 270, 405 and 99
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 270, 405 and 99 is: 148.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
270 : 405 = 99 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
270/405 = 99/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
270x = 405 × 99 - Step 4: Simplify right side
270x = 40,095 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 40,095/270 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 148.50
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