How to calculate density from specific weight in imperial units

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To calculate density from specific weight in imperial units, the specific weight of the clay is given as 120 lb/ft³ and the gravity constant is 32.17 ft/s². The formula for density is density = specific weight / gravity. The initial calculation attempted resulted in incorrect units, as lb/ft² s² does not represent density correctly. The correct density should remain in lb/ft³, indicating a misunderstanding of unit cancellation in the calculation. Understanding the proper unit conversions and maintaining consistent units is crucial for accurate results.
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Homework Statement


alright so i have to find the density of a clay unit. I am given a specific weight of the clay as 120 b/ft^3, the gravity constant as 32.17 ft/s^2. i need to find the density of the clay, i have no problem arranging the equation below to solve for density but I am not used to working in imperial units and I am not allowed to switch to metric. I've attempted it below and just wondering if i did it correctly


Homework Equations


specific weight= gravity x density


The Attempt at a Solution


density= specific weight/gravity
= 120 lb/ft^3/32.17 ft/s^2
= 3.73 lb/ ft^2 s^2

so are my units correct?
 
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No, your units aren't correct. Check your work.
 
ideasrule said:
No, your units aren't correct. Check your work.

could you give me a hint?
to me it seems correct, I am dividing lb/ft^3 by ft/s^2. so the only thing that would cancel is the ft in the numerator and denomanator.

i understand that in metric it kg/m^3, but I've never used imperial. would it be lb/ft^3? how would the units cancel out?
 
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