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A light plank rests on two scales that read Fe=440 N and F,= 320 N. The scales are separated by a distance of 2.00 m. How far from the woman's feet is her center of gravity? g1 -2.00 m- Fg1 F 82

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A light plank rests on two scales that read F. = 440 N and F,= 320 N. The
scales are separated by a distance of 2.00 m. How far from the woman's feet
is her center of gravity?
2.00 m
Fg1
g2

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