a.
To find the force applied when compressing the scale 1/8 inches weight.
a.
Answer to Problem 10E
300 lb someone who compressing the scale 1/8 inches.
Explanation of Solution
Given information: A bathroom scale is compressed 1/16 in. when a 150-lb person stands on its.
Calculation:
As per the given problem,
We know that if a 150 lb person compresses the spring 1/16 inches, then a person weighting double that amount will compress the spring double, i.e.
Hence, 300 lb someone who compressing the scale 1/8 inches.
b.
To find the work done in compressing the scale of 1/8 inches.
b.
Answer to Problem 10E
18.75 lb-in. work is done in compresses the scale 1/8 inches.
Explanation of Solution
Given information: A bathroom scale is compressed 1/16 in. when a 150-lb person stands on its.
Calculation:
As per the given problem,
The amount of work done in compressing the spring 1/8 inch is given by the integral,
Hence, 18.75 lb-inches work is done in compresses the scale 1/8 inches.
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