SOLUTION: Write the equation of variation.(inversely) The weight of an object on mars varies directly as its weight on earth. A stone which weighs 5 kg on earth weighs 2 kg on mars. How muc

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Question 914325: Write the equation of variation.(inversely)
The weight of an object on mars varies directly as its weight on earth. A stone which weighs 5 kg on earth weighs 2 kg on mars. How much would a 70-kg person weigh on mars?

Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Wm = kWe
2kg = k(5kg)
2/5 = k
Wm+=+%282%2F5%29We
Wm+=+%282%2F5%2970kg+=+28kg