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Finding the Fourth Proportional to 272.13, 375.54 and 147.79

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Solution

The fourth proportional to 272.13, 375.54 and 147.79 is: 203.95

Step by Step Solution

  1. Step 1: Write the proportion equation
    272.13 : 375.54 = 147.79 : x
  2. Step 2: Convert to fraction form
    272.13/375.54 = 147.79/x
  3. Step 3: Cross multiply
    272.13x = 375.54 × 147.79
  4. Step 4: Simplify right side
    272.13x = 55,501.06
  5. Step 5: Solve for x
    x = 55,501.06/272.13
  6. Step 6: Final answer
    x = 203.95

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