Engineering Mechanics: Statics
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ISBN: 9780132915540
Author: Russell C. Hibbeler
Publisher: Prentice Hall
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Chapter 11.3, Problem 21P
If the load F weighs 20 lb and the block G weighs 2 lb. determine its position x for equilibrium of the differential lever. The lever is in balance when the load and block are not on the lever.
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