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W ∝ L2 and W = 6 when L = 4. If L = √17 find W

W ∝ L2 and W = 6 when L = 4. If L = √17 find W
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  • A 67/8
  • B 65/8
  • C 63/8
  • D 61/8
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
W ∝ L2
W = KL2
K = W/L2
K = 6/42
K = 6/16 = 3/8
W = 3/8 L2
W = 3/8(√17)2
W = 3/8 x 17
W = 51/8 = 63/8

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