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Finding the Fourth Proportional to 220.55, 304.52 and 137.70

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Solution

The fourth proportional to 220.55, 304.52 and 137.70 is: 190.12

Step by Step Solution

  1. Step 1: Write the proportion equation
    220.55 : 304.52 = 137.70 : x
  2. Step 2: Convert to fraction form
    220.55/304.52 = 137.70/x
  3. Step 3: Cross multiply
    220.55x = 304.52 × 137.70
  4. Step 4: Simplify right side
    220.55x = 41,931.72
  5. Step 5: Solve for x
    x = 41,931.72/220.55
  6. Step 6: Final answer
    x = 190.12

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