Question

If the original pressure was 35 psia and the original volume was 30 in3, what would the new volume be if the pressure were increased to 50 psia?

Answer 1

42.9 in³

Explanation:

Use Boyle's Law where P₁/V₁ = P₂/V₂

35 50

------ = ------

30 x

Cross multiply and solve for x

35x = 1500

x = 42.9 in³