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31 May, 21:41

If a 350 lb. force is applied to the surface of an 5" x 8" plate that weighs 10 lbs., how much pressure will the plate exert on the ground?

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  1. 1 June, 01:34
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    9 psi

    Explanation:

    Pressure in given by force divided by area. Here, area is 5*8=40 and force will be 350+10=360 lb

    Pressure, P=360/40 = 9 psi

    Therefore, the pressure exerted on ground will be equivalent to 9 psi
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