How much more compressive force did the DynaNite Staple achieve over the DS Speed Staple?

• A. Both Staples were equivalent
• B. DynaNite 182N, Speed 163N, 11% increase
• C. DynaNite 163N, Speed 182N, 11% decrease
• D. DynaNite 136N, Speed 90N, 51% increase

Answer: (D)

The assessment of the compressive force achieved by the DynaNite Staple compared to the DS Speed Staple can be understood through the values provided in the data. The DynaNite Staple achieved a compressive force of 136N, while the DS Speed Staple reached 90N. To determine the increase in compressive force, one would calculate the difference between the two values, which is 136N - 90N = 46N.

Next, to find the percentage increase, the formula used is:

[

\text{Percentage Increase} = \left( \frac{\text{Increase}}{\text{Original Value}} \right) \times 100

]

In this case, the original value is the force of the DS Speed Staple, which is 90N, leading to:

[

\text{Percentage Increase} = \left( \frac{46N}{90N} \right) \times 100 \approx 51%

]

This calculation indicates that the DynaNite Staple achieves a 51% increase in compressive force compared to the DS Speed Staple, which accurately reflects the data provided in the question. The choice indicating this percentage