Concept explainers
(a)
The formula for W.
(a)
Answer to Problem 28PPS
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The formula
P is pressure in pounds per square inch.
W is the weight of the person wearing shoe in pounds.
H is width of heel of shoe in inches.
Calculation:
Solve the equation for W:
(b)
The weight of the dancer.
(b)
Answer to Problem 28PPS
Weight of dancer is 225 pounds.
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The formula
Heel is 3 inches wide and pressure exerted is 30 pounds per square inches.
Calculation:
Using the formula for W calculated in part (a):
Weight of dancer is 225 pounds.
Chapter 2 Solutions
Glencoe Algebra 1, Student Edition, 9780079039897, 0079039898, 2018
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