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Question 148946: The volume of a certain metal varies directly with its mass. If a sample with mass 60.2 grams has a volume of 14.0 cubic centimeters, then what is the volume of a sample with mass 150.5 grams?
: The volume of a certain metal varies directly with its mass. If a sample with mass 60.2 grams has a volume of 14.0 cubic centimeters, then what is the volume of a sample with mass 150.5 grams?

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The volume of a certain metal varies directly with its mass. If a sample with mass 60.2 grams has a volume of 14.0 cubic centimeters, then what is the volume of a sample with mass 150.5 grams?
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Let x = vol of 150.5 gr
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Use ratio:
x/14 = 150.5/60.2
Cross mult
60.2x = 14*150.5
:
x = 2107/60.2
x = 35 cu cm