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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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Answer:

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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