College Physics
11th Edition
ISBN: 9781305952300
Author: Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille
Publisher: Cengage Learning
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Concept explainers
Question
A person carries a plank of wood 2.0 m long with one hand pushing down on it at one end with a force F1 and the other hand holding it up at 50 cm from the end of the plank with force F2.
f the plank has a mass of 19 kg and its center of gravity is at the middle of the plank, what is the force F2, in newtons?
If the plank has a mass of 19 kg and its center of gravity is at the middle of the plank, what is the force F1, in newtons?
Expert Solution
This question has been solved!
Explore an expertly crafted, step-by-step solution for a thorough understanding of key concepts.
This is a popular solution
Trending nowThis is a popular solution!
Step by stepSolved in 2 steps with 1 images
Knowledge Booster
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, physics and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.Similar questions
- Find the x and y-coordinates of the center of gravity of a 4.00-ft by 8.00-ft uniform sheet of plywood with the upper right quadrant removed as shown in the figure below. Hint: The mass of any segment of the plywood sheet is proportional to the area of that segment.arrow_forwardA 350.0 N, uniform, 1.50 m bar is suspended horizontally by two vertical cables at each end. Cable A can support a maximum tension of 500.0 N without breaking, and cable B can support up to 350.0 N. You want to place a small weight on this bar. For related problem-solving tips and strategies, you may want to view a Video Tutor Solution of Locating your center of gravity while you work out. What is the heaviest weight you can put on without breaking either cable? Express your answer with the appropriate units. W = Submit 0 Part B I 550 μA Previous Answers Request Answer N X Incorrect; Try Again; 9 attempts remaining d= 0.614 Where should you put this weight? Express your answer with the appropriate units. μA m ? Submit Previous Answers Request Answer ? X Incorrect; Try Again; 9 attempts remaining from the cable Aarrow_forwardYou can find the center of gravity of a long ruler by resting it horizontally on your two index fingers, and then slowly drawing your fingers together. First the ruler will slip on one finger, and then on the other, but eventually the fingers meet at the CG. Why does this workarrow_forward
- In exercise physiologystudies, it is sometimesimportant todetermine the location ofa person’s center of gravity.This can be done withthe arrangement shownin Figure P8.21. A lightplank rests on two scalesthat read Fg1 = 380. N andFg2 = 320. N. The scales are separated by a distance of 2.00 m.How far from the woman’s feet is her center of gravity?arrow_forwardPlease asaparrow_forwardIn exercise physiology studies, it is sometimes important to determine the location of a person's center of mass. This determination can be done with the arrangement shown in the figure below. A light plank rests on two scales, which read F, = 395 N and F, gi = 340 N. A distance of 1.65 m separates the scales. How far from the woman's feet is her center of mass? g2 1.65 m F 18. F 82arrow_forward
- When you bend over, a series of large muscles, the erector spinae, pull on your spine to hold you up. Figure shows a simplified model of the spine as a rod of length L that pivots at its lower end. In this model, the center of gravity of the 320 N weight of the upper torso is at the center of the spine. The 160 N weight of the head and arms acts at the top of the spine. The erector spinae muscles are modeled as a single muscle that acts at an 12° angle to the spine. Suppose the person shown bends over to an angle of 30° from the horizontal. a. What is the tension in the erector muscle? Hint: Align your x-axis with the axis of the spine.b. A force from the pelvic girdle acts on the base of the spine. What is the component of this force in the direction of the spine? (This large force is the cause of many back injuries).arrow_forwardAs a part of his daily workout routine, he lifts 10-kg dumbbells on each hand. His hands, and forearms weigh 4 kg each. If the length of each of his forearms and hands are 0.5 m, determine the force exerted by his muscles? Assume that the center of gravity of the, forearms are in the middle. Complete solution with explanation pleasearrow_forwardTwo people carry a heavy electric motor by placing it on a light board 2.10 mm long. One person lifts at one end with a force of 450 NN, and the other lifts the opposite end with a force of 570 NN. What is the weight of the motor? Express your answer in newtons. Where along the board is its center of gravity located? Express your answer in meters. Suppose the board is not light but weighs 190 NN, with its center of gravity at its center, and the two people each exert the same forces as before. What is the weight of the motor in this case? Express your answer in newtons. Where is its center of gravity located? Express your answer in meters.arrow_forward
- In exercise physiology studies, it is sometimes important to determine the location of a person's center of gravity. This can be done with the arrangement shown in the figure below. 2.00 m A light plank rests on two scales that read F = 380 N and F = 280 N. The scales are separated by a distance of 2.00 m. How far from the woman's feet is her center of gravity? Need Help? Read Itarrow_forwardBart ( whose mass is 31.1 kg) and Milhouse (whose mass is 20.4 kg) sit balanced on a teeter -totter that has its pivot point at its exact center . If the two boys are separated by a distance of 2.52 m, at what distance (in m) from the pivot point must Milhouse be sitting at in order to maintain the balance? Explain how you solved the problem involving children balancing on a teeter-totter. Be sure to state what your known and unknown quantities are, what concepts were applied, and what equations were used!arrow_forwardTwo children of mass 21 kg and 26 kg sit balanced on a seesaw with the pivot point located at the center of the seesaw. If the children are separated by a distance of 2 m, at what distance from the pivot point is the small child sitting in order to maintain the balance? marrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
- College PhysicsPhysicsISBN:9781305952300Author:Raymond A. Serway, Chris VuillePublisher:Cengage LearningUniversity Physics (14th Edition)PhysicsISBN:9780133969290Author:Hugh D. Young, Roger A. FreedmanPublisher:PEARSONIntroduction To Quantum MechanicsPhysicsISBN:9781107189638Author:Griffiths, David J., Schroeter, Darrell F.Publisher:Cambridge University Press
- Physics for Scientists and EngineersPhysicsISBN:9781337553278Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. JewettPublisher:Cengage LearningLecture- Tutorials for Introductory AstronomyPhysicsISBN:9780321820464Author:Edward E. Prather, Tim P. Slater, Jeff P. Adams, Gina BrissendenPublisher:Addison-WesleyCollege Physics: A Strategic Approach (4th Editio...PhysicsISBN:9780134609034Author:Randall D. Knight (Professor Emeritus), Brian Jones, Stuart FieldPublisher:PEARSON
College Physics
Physics
ISBN:9781305952300
Author:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille
Publisher:Cengage Learning
University Physics (14th Edition)
Physics
ISBN:9780133969290
Author:Hugh D. Young, Roger A. Freedman
Publisher:PEARSON
Introduction To Quantum Mechanics
Physics
ISBN:9781107189638
Author:Griffiths, David J., Schroeter, Darrell F.
Publisher:Cambridge University Press
Physics for Scientists and Engineers
Physics
ISBN:9781337553278
Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Lecture- Tutorials for Introductory Astronomy
Physics
ISBN:9780321820464
Author:Edward E. Prather, Tim P. Slater, Jeff P. Adams, Gina Brissenden
Publisher:Addison-Wesley
College Physics: A Strategic Approach (4th Editio...
Physics
ISBN:9780134609034
Author:Randall D. Knight (Professor Emeritus), Brian Jones, Stuart Field
Publisher:PEARSON