An Introduction to Physical Science
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Author: James Shipman, Jerry D. Wilson, Charles A. Higgins, Omar Torres
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Chapter 3, Problem 16SA
Two masses are attached to a spring scale as shown in ● Fig. 3.25. If both masses are 1 kg, which force, in newtons, would the scale read? (Hint: Think of holding a free end of the rope on one side of the scale with only the weight on the other.)
Figure 3.25 What Does the Scale Read? See Short Answer 16.
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