Algebra: A Combined Approach (4th Edition)

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Chapter 9 - Section 9.4 - Variation and Problem Solving - Exercise Set - Page 663: 25

Answer

When $d$ is doubled, the intensity is four times smaller.

Work Step by Step

$I=\frac{k}{d^2}$ When $d$ is doubled, $\frac{k}{(2d)^2}=\frac{k}{4d^2}$ Since $\frac{k}{d^2}=I$, $\frac{k}{4d^2}=\frac{I}{4}$ When $d$ is doubled, the intensity is four times smaller.
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