Solve the Problem $1,668 \mathrm { lb }$ Find the Maximum Load That Can Be Safely Supported

question 114

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-The strength of a wooden beam varies jointly as the width of the beam and the square of the thickness of the beam, and inversely as the length of the beam. A beam that is 48 in. long, 6 in. wide, and 4 in. thick can support a load of $1,668 \mathrm { lb }$ . Find the maximum load that can be safely supported by a board that is $8 \mathrm { in }$ . wide, $120 \mathrm { in }$ . long, and 5 in. thick.

• A) \(1,529 \mathrm { lb }\)
• B) \(1,676 \mathrm { lb }\)
• C) \(1,390 \mathrm { lb }\)
• D) \(1,533 \mathrm { lb }\)

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Recognize and interpret terms related to growth and development in medical context.

Identify the meanings of terms related to actions or procedures in medicine.

Differentiate between terms denoting conditions and those indicating treatments.

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Definitions:

Behavior Change

A process through which individuals modify their actions or reactions to achieve a specific health, social, or personal goal.

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A planned set of actions aimed at influencing change in individuals or systems, often used in health, education, and social policy.

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Graduated series or stages of complexity, quantity, or importance.

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