You are measuring a line with a steel tape that has a standardized length equal to...

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You are measuring a line with a steel tape that has astandardized length equal to 100.000 feet and a weight of 2.25 lb.Three full tape lengths and one partial length were used whenmaking the measurement, resulting in a recorded length of 389.28ft. The tape was supported at ends only and a pull of 12 pounds wasused. What is the distance after being corrected for sag?

CORRECT ANSWER IS 389.82ft

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