1.A sample metal has a mass of 50.5 g. When submerged in water, its mass is 36.4 g. Given the density of water is 1000 kg/m3, calculate the density of the metal

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1.A sample metal has a mass of 50.5 g. When submerged in water, its mass is 36.4 g. Given the density of water is 1000 kg/m3, calculate the density of the metal.

2.To lift a 10,500 N car, a hydraulic lift is used. The small piston has a radius of 11 cm, while the large piston has a 20 cm of radius. Determine the force that must be applied to the small piston for the box to be lifted.

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