a https://session.masteringphysics.com/myct HW 12(Ch. 1213) Exercise 12.20 previ

Question

a https://session.masteringphysics.com/myct HW 12(Ch. 1213) Exercise 12.20 previous 5 of 14 Exercise 12.20 Part A A 44 m -long beam is supported by a cable at its center. A 71 kg steelworker stands at one end of the beam Where should a 190 kg bucket of concrete be susponded if the beam is to be in static equilibrium Express your answer using two significant figures. 10.78 m from the worker Submit My Answers Give Up Incorrect; Try Again; 4 attempts remaining Provide Feedback Cont temView?assig D-842690208offset next

Explanation / Answer

Balancing torque about center of beam,

m1g * L/2 = m2 g* (x-L/2)

71*2.2 = 190 (x-2.2)

x = 2.2 + 71*2.2/190

= 3.0 m from worker

Related Questions

Navigate

• Browse (All)
• Browse A
• Subjects

---

---

Integrity-first tutoring: explanations and feedback only — we do not complete graded work. Learn more.