document.write( "Question 1050511: The length that a hanging spring stretches varies directly with the weight placed at the end of the spring. If a weight of 16 lb stretches a certain spring 19 in., how far will the spring stretch if the weight is increased to 32 lb? \n" ); document.write( "
Algebra.Com's Answer #666081 by LinnW(1048) You can put this solution on YOUR website! Since the weight is twice as much, the length will be twice as long or \n" ); document.write( "2 x 19 = 38 inches. \n" ); document.write( " |