Physics for Science and Engineering With Modern Physics, VI - Student Study Guide
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Author: Doug Giancoli
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 4, Problem 64GP
Tom’s hang glider supports his weight using the six ropes shown in Fig. 4–52. Each rope is designed to support an equal fraction of Tom’s weight. Tom’s mass is 74.0kg. What is the tension in each of the support ropes?
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Physics for Science and Engineering With Modern Physics, VI - Student Study Guide
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