Finding the Fourth Proportional to 305.32, 422 and 270.10
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 305.32, 422 and 270.10 is: 373.32
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
305.32 : 422 = 270.10 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
305.32/422 = 270.10/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
305.32x = 422 × 270.10 - Step 4: Simplify right side
305.32x = 113,982.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 113,982.20/305.32 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 373.32
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