International Edition---engineering Mechanics: Statics, 4th Edition
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ISBN: 9781305501607
Author: Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas
Publisher: CENGAGE L
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International Edition---engineering Mechanics: Statics, 4th Edition
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