SOLUTION: Can you assist me with this problem, I am not sure about how to set up problem to solve. The formula for pressure is P p = 5 + (5/d11), where P is in pounds per square inch and

Question 148023: Can you assist me with this problem, I am not sure about how to set up problem to solve.
The formula for pressure is P p = 5 + (5/d11), where P is in pounds per square inch and d is depth in ft. Find P when d = 11 ft.
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Is the equation ?

Start with the given expression.

Plug in

Multiply and to get .

Combine the fractions.

Approximate the fraction

So the pressure is about 5.041 PSI

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OR....
Is the equation ?

Start with the given equation.

Plug in

Multiply by

Combine the fractions.

Approximate the fraction.

So the pressure is about 5.4545 PSI
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