A 200-lb man has a total foot imprint area of 72 in^2. Determine the pressure this man exerts on the ground if a) he stands on both feet and b) he stands on one foot

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A 200-lb man has a total foot imprint area of 72 in^2. Determine the pressure this man exerts on the ground if a) he stands on both feet and b) he stands on one foot

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