2. What is the smallest number of whole logs (density = 765 kg/m³, radius = 0.084 m, length = 3.27 m) that can be used to build a raft that will carry 6 people, each of whom has a mass of 80.0 kg? logs

2. What is the smallest number of whole logs (density = 765 kg/m³, radius = 0.084 m, length = 3.27 m) that can be used to build a raft that will carry 6 people, each of whom has a mass of 80.0 kg? logs

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