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(a)
Force applied by the book on the table.
(a)
Answer to Problem 55A
The book is applying
Explanation of Solution
Given:Weight of book
Formula used:
where, W is the force applied on the table,
Calculation:Force applied on the table by the book is:
Conclusion: Hence, force applied by the book on the table is
(b)
The pressure applied by the book
(b)
Answer to Problem 55A
Pressure exerted by the book on the table is
Explanation of Solution
Given:Weight of book
Formula used: Pressure is calculated as force (F) per unit area (A):
Calculation:Pressure exerted by the book on the table is:
Conclusion: Hence, the book is exerting
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