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Two spheres, each 1.20 m in diameter, weighs 4kN and 12kN respectively. They are connected with a short rope and placed in water. Find the tension in the rope in kN

International Edition---engineering Mechanics: Statics, 4th Edition

4th Edition

ISBN:9781305501607

Author:Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas

Publisher:Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas

Chapter10: Virtual Work And Potential Energy

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 10.10P

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