Equilibrium 15833
Two boys of masses 40 kg and 50 kg want to make a swing out of a log 3.6 m long. How far from either end must he support it, so they are in equilibrium?
How can this be calculated with a single equation? And calculate the rest.
How can this be calculated with a single equation? And calculate the rest.
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