Finding the Fourth Proportional to 310.30, 465 and 180
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 310.30, 465 and 180 is: 269.74
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
310.30 : 465 = 180 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
310.30/465 = 180/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
310.30x = 465 × 180 - Step 4: Simplify right side
310.30x = 83,700 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 83,700/310.30 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 269.74
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