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Which of the following would be a good name for the function that takes the weight of a box and returns the energy needed to lift it?

Three numbers x, y, and z are in the ratio 2: 7: 8. if 12 is subtracted from y, then three numbers form a geometric sequence (in the order x, y–12, z). find x, y, and z. there are 2 sets.

The architect's side view drawing of a saltbox-style house shows a post that supports the roof ridge. the support post is 8 ft tall. the distance from the front of the house to the support post is less than the distance from the post to the back of the house. how far from the front of the house is the support post positioned?