3. A board measures \( 2^{\prime \prime} \times 6^{\prime \prime} \times 5^{\prime} \). It weighs \( 15 \mathrm{lbs}, 4 \mathrm{oz} \). Determine its weight density and specific gravity.
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- The board measures \(2'' \times 6'' \times 5'\). - Convert 5 feet to inches: \(5' = 5 \times 12 = 60''\). - The dimensions in inches are \(2'' \times 6'' \times 60''\). Show more…
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