Finding the Fourth Proportional to 380.07, 569.88 and 120
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 380.07, 569.88 and 120 is: 179.93
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
380.07 : 569.88 = 120 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
380.07/569.88 = 120/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
380.07x = 569.88 × 120 - Step 4: Simplify right side
380.07x = 68,385.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 68,385.60/380.07 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 179.93
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