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15 March, 22:21

The mass an elephant can lift is equal to 1.2 times the body weight of the elephant. If the elephant can lift a mass of 2,400 kg, find the body weight of the elephant.

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  1. 15 March, 22:31
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    4409.245 lbs

    Step-by-step explanation:

    Can lift = 1.2 x Body Weight

    Can lift = L

    Body Weight = W

    L = 1.2W

    If L is 2,400 kg, then let's solve for W.

    2400 = 1.2W

    divide by 1.2 on both sides.

    2000kg = W

    Now convert 2000kg to lbs.

    4409.245 lbs
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