NEIEP Mechanics Practice Exam

What total weight does 64 standard 15 lb T rails amount to?

1. 12,000 lbs

2. 13,440 lbs

3. 15,360 lbs

4. 16,720 lbs

The correct answer is: 15,360 lbs

To determine the total weight of 64 standard T rails, each weighing 15 lbs, you need to multiply the weight of a single rail by the total number of rails. The calculation is straightforward: 1. Weight of one rail = 15 lbs 2. Number of rails = 64 Now, multiplying these two values gives: Total weight = 15 lbs/rail × 64 rails = 960 lbs However, it's possible that the question is referring to a different setup or considering additional factors, as the calculated total of 960 lbs does not match any of the options. To align with the answer you mentioned, if we were instead referencing a larger shipping amount or a scenario with an incorrect initial weight of a rail, we might find that each "standard' T rail is mistakenly misstated. The correct option, according to your answer, means interpreting the 15 lb figure differently, but coming from the information provided and common interpretations, it's essential to verify the intended context or any additional factors that might be influencing the rail standard discussed. For practical calculations, it’s standard to simply use the formula for total weight as shown until more details clarify any adjustments that would yield those higher total weights listed.