SOLUTION: The distance a spring stretches varies directly with the weight attached to the spring. If a 20 pound weight stretches the spring 5 inches, Find the distance that a 40 pound weight

SOLUTION: The distance a spring stretches varies directly with the weight attached to the spring. If a 20 pound weight stretches the spring 5 inches, Find the distance that a 40 pound weight

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Question 251582: The distance a spring stretches varies directly with the weight attached to the spring. If a 20 pound weight stretches the spring 5 inches, Find the distance that a 40 pound weight stretches the spring.
Answer by richwmiller(17219) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
20/5=40/x
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