The indicated location of the center of gravity of the 3600-lb pickup truck is for the unladen condition. If a load whose center of gravity is x = 16 in. behind the rear axle is added to the truck, determine the load weight WL for which the normal forces under the front and rear wheels are equal. WL 45" 67"

The indicated location of the center of gravity of the 3600-lb pickup truck is for the unladen condition. If a load whose center of gravity is x = 16 in. behind the rear axle is added to the truck, determine the load weight WL for which the normal forces under the front and rear wheels are equal. WL 45" 67"

International Edition---engineering Mechanics: Statics, 4th Edition

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Author:Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas

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Chapter8: Centroids And Distributed Loads

Section: Chapter Questions

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