Solve the variation problem.
-The weight of a body above the surface of the earth is inversely proportional to the square of its distance from the water of the earth. What is the effect on the weight when the distance is multiplied by 3?
A) The weight is divided by 9.
B) The weight is divided by 3.
C) The weight is multiplied by 9.
D) The weight is multiplied by 3.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Since weight is inversely proportional to the square of the distance, tripling the distance results in the weight being divided by $3^2 = 9$.

Solve the Variation Problem