College Physics: A Strategic Approach (3rd Edition)
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Author: Randall D. Knight (Professor Emeritus), Brian Jones, Stuart Field
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Chapter 4, Problem 13P
Figure P4.13 shows an acceleration-versus-force graph for three objects pulled by rubber bands. The mass of object 2 is 0.20 kg. What are the masses of objects 1 and 3? Explain your reasoning.
Figure P4.13
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