College Physics
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Chapter 8, Problem 3MCQ
A hammock is tied with ropes between two trees. A person lies in it Under what circumstances are its ropes more likely to break? a If stretched tightly between the trees b If stretched loosely between the trees c. The ropes always have equal likelihood to break.
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