Solve. -The Gravitational Attraction a Between Two Masses Varies Inversely as as the Square

question 3

Multiple Choice

Solve.
-The gravitational attraction A between two masses varies inversely as the square of the distance between them. The force of attraction is 2.25 lb when the masses are 4 ft apart, what is the attraction when the masses are 6 ft
Apart?

• A)2 lb
• B)3 lb
• C)1 lb
• D)4 lb

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