Question

section 5.1

1. calculate the weight of a 66 - newton bowling ball in pounds.

Explanation:

Step1: Know the conversion factor

We know that \(1\) newton \(=\frac{1}{4.448}\) pounds.

Step2: Convert 66 newtons to pounds

Let \(x\) be the weight in pounds. We use the formula \(x = 66\times\frac{1}{4.448}\).

$$x=\frac{66}{4.448}\approx14.84$$

Answer:

\(14.84\) pounds