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  • 02-08-2018
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An object that weighs 5 pounds on earth will weigh 2 pounds on mercury. The Statue of Liberty weighs 2,250 pounds. What would it weigh on mercury?

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Nicole6841
Nicole6841 Nicole6841
  • 02-08-2018

2/5=x/2250

2250x2=4500

4500/5=900 pounds

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Hannah1turner
Hannah1turner Hannah1turner
  • 02-08-2018
2/5=x/2250
Cross multiply
2*2250=4500
5x=4500
Divide
4500/5=900
x=900 lbs
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