Question

in the formula, $f = \frac{w}{d}$, force is measured in newtons (n), distance is measured in meters (m), and work is measured in newton meters ($n\cdot m$). solve for f if $w = 500 nm$ and $d = 16.4 ft$. round to the nearest whole number 1 meter is about 3.281 feet. $f = 30 n$, $f = 484 n$, $f = 100 n$, $f = 455 n$

Explanation:

Step1: Convert distance from feet to meters

Since \(1\) meter is about \(3.281\) feet, then \(d = 16.4\div3.281\approx5\) meters.

Step2: Substitute values into the formula \(F=\frac{W}{d}\)

Given \(W = 500\) Nm and \(d\approx5\) m, then \(F=\frac{500}{5}=100\) N.

Answer:

\(F = 100\) N