Physics of Everyday Phenomena
Physics of Everyday Phenomena
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ISBN: 9781259894008
Author: W. Thomas Griffith, Juliet Brosing Professor
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 8, Problem 2SP
(a)
To determine

The distance of the pivot point at the edge of the dock from the center of the plank.

(b)

To determine

The torque exerted by the weight of the plank about the pivot point at the edge of the dock.

(c)

To determine

The distance from the edge of the dock can the boy move until the plank is just on the verge of tripping.

(d)

To determine

How the boy tests the conclusion without falling in the water and explain the reason.

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