Finding the Fourth Proportional to 87, 130.32 and 80
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 87, 130.32 and 80 is: 119.83
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
87 : 130.32 = 80 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
87/130.32 = 80/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
87x = 130.32 × 80 - Step 4: Simplify right side
87x = 10,425.60 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 10,425.60/87 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 119.83
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