Question

A pump can dispose of sludge at the rate of 8,400 lb/h . How many pounds can be disposed of per minute?The pump can dispose of ___ pounds of sludge per minute.

Answer 1

Given:

A pump can dispose of sludge at the rate of 8,400 lb/h .

Required:

How many pounds can be disposed of per​ minute?

Explanation:

The rate of disposal of sludge per hour = 8400 lb

The rate of disposal of sludge per minute =

$\frac{8400}{60}=140\text{ lb}$

Final Answer:

The pump can dispose of 140 pounds of sludge per minute.