If the original pressure was 35 psia and the original volume was 30 in3, what would the new volume be if the pressure were increased to 50 psia?

Smd asked Apr 28, 2022

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Answer:

42.9 in³

Explanation:

Use Boyle's Law where P₁/V₁ = P₂/V₂

35 50

------ = ------

30 x

Cross multiply and solve for x

35x = 1500

x = 42.9 in³

Shaquia answered May 5, 2022

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