If a shipment has a gross weight of 500 pounds and overall dimensions of 42 inches x 48 inches x 48 inches, what is the density of the shipment (in pounds per cubic foot)?

If a shipment has a gross weight of 500 pounds and overall dimensions of 42 inches x 48 inches x 48 inches, what is the density of the shipment (in pounds per cubic foot)?
A . 0.744
B . 0.005
C . 8.9
D . 5.0

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Answer: C

Explanation:

To find the density of the shipment, we use the formula:

Density = Weight / Volume.

The volume of the shipment is calculated as (42/12) x (48/12) x (48/12) cubic feet. Thus, Volume = 56 cubic feet.

Density = 500 pounds / 56 cubic feet = 8.9 pounds per cubic foot.

This calculation shows the shipment’s density as Option C.

Reference: Basic principles of density calculation.