Question

what is the total mass shown on the triple beam balance?
o 536.0 g
o 537.0 g
o 536.3 g
536.8 g

Explanation:

Step1: Read top - beam value

The top beam reads 30 g.

Step2: Read middle - beam value

The middle beam reads 500 g.

Step3: Read bottom - beam value

The bottom beam reads 6.8 g.

Step4: Calculate total mass

Total mass = 500 + 30+6.8 = 536.8 g

Answer:

536.8 g