SOLUTION: The force required to compress the spring varies directly with the change in the length of the spring If a force of 130 pounds compresses the spring on the pogo stick 6.5 inches, h

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Question 847650: The force required to compress the spring varies directly with the change in the length of the spring If a force of 130 pounds compresses the spring on the pogo stick 6.5 inches, how much force is required to compress the spring 5 inches?
Answer by checkley79(3341) About Me  (Show Source):
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130/6.5=X/5
6.5X=5*130
6.5X=650
X=650/6.5
X=100 POUNDS IS NEEDED.