SITUATION 2 A wedge of wood having a specific gravity of 0.60 is forced into the water by a 150 lb force. The wedge is 2 feet in width. 11. What is the draft of the wood? 12. What additional force will cause the wedge to be fully submerged? 3 m 150 lb 60°

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SITUATION 2
A wedge of wood having a specific gravity of 0.60 is forced into the
water by a 150 lb force. The wedge is 2 feet in width.
11. What is the draft of the wood?
12. What additional force will cause the wedge to be fully
submerged?
3 m
150 lb
60°
Transcribed Image Text:SITUATION 2 A wedge of wood having a specific gravity of 0.60 is forced into the water by a 150 lb force. The wedge is 2 feet in width. 11. What is the draft of the wood? 12. What additional force will cause the wedge to be fully submerged? 3 m 150 lb 60°
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