Thermal expansion, percent change in density problem

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Homework Statement



When the temperature of a metal cylinder is raised from 0.0°C to 100°C, its length increases by 0.23%. Find the percent change in density.


Homework Equations


∆L = L∆T
p=m/v

The Attempt at a Solution



I don't have any real idea how to start the problem. How do I relate the change in length to the change in volume? I know that mass is constant.

Thanks
 
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oh my god thanks so much