SOLUTION: The intensity I of the light produced by a light source varies inversely as the square of the distance from the source; that is (I =K/d2). If the intensity of light produced 5ft fr

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Question 1196612: The intensity I of the light produced by a light source varies inversely as the square of the distance from the source; that is (I =K/d2). If the intensity of light produced 5ft from the light source is 600 ft-candles, what is the model of the intensity I of light as a function of distance from the source?
(Clue: Solve for the value of k (constant) first and then utilize the stated relation/formula)
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Answer by josgarithmetic(39625) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
I=k%2F%28d%5E2%29.

According to the question, you need to solve for k and substitute d=600 and I=600. This is clear enough.