Finding the Fourth Proportional to 147.12, 220.68 and 90
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 147.12, 220.68 and 90 is: 135
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
147.12 : 220.68 = 90 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
147.12/220.68 = 90/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
147.12x = 220.68 × 90 - Step 4: Simplify right side
147.12x = 19,861.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 19,861.20/147.12 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 135
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