Physics for Scientists and Engineers (Chaps 1-38)
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Author: Douglas C. Giancoli
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Chapter 38, Problem 59GP
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The reason for the pencil must fall when it is balanced on its point.
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To determine
The time taken by pencil to hit the table.
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