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Why is it easier to carry the same amount of water in two buckets, one in each hand, than in a single bucket?
To Explain: It is easier to carry the same amount of water in two buckets as compared to carrying one bucket.
Explanation of Solution
Introduction:
The average position of the weight of the object is considered as the center of gravity.
When the person holds the buckets with equal amount of water in both hands, the weight is evenly balanced as compared to holding a bucket in one hand only. Therefore, in this case, the center of gravity lies within the feet and helps to balance the weight of the bucket.
Conclusion:
It is easier to carry the same amount of water in two buckets, one in each hand, than in a single bucket.
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