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Chapter 9, Problem 29(choose chapter or problem)
A device for exercising the upper leg muscle is shown in Figure \(9.39\), together with a schematic representation of an equivalent lever system. Calculate the force exerted by the upper leg muscle to lift the mass at a constant speed. Explicitly show how you follow the steps in the Problem- Solving Strategy for static equilibrium in Applications of Statistics, Including Problem-Solving Strategies.
Figure \(9.39\) A mass is connected by pulleys and wires to the ankle in this exercise device.
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9.39
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QUESTION:
A device for exercising the upper leg muscle is shown in Figure \(9.39\), together with a schematic representation of an equivalent lever system. Calculate the force exerted by the upper leg muscle to lift the mass at a constant speed. Explicitly show how you follow the steps in the Problem- Solving Strategy for static equilibrium in Applications of Statistics, Including Problem-Solving Strategies.
Figure \(9.39\) A mass is connected by pulleys and wires to the ankle in this exercise device.
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9.39
ANSWER:
Step 1 of 2
We will assume that the system is in equilibrium.
Hence,
