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Chapter 2, Problem 27C(choose chapter or problem)
A construction crane lifts a prestressed concrete beam weighing 3 short tons from the ground to the top of piers that are 36 ft above the ground. Determine the amount of work done considering (a) the beam and (b) the crane as the system. Express your answers in both and Btu.
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A construction crane lifts a prestressed concrete beam weighing 3 short tons from the ground to the top of piers that are 36 ft above the ground. Determine the amount of work done considering (a) the beam and (b) the crane as the system. Express your answers in both and Btu.
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A construction crane lifting a concrete beam is considered. The amount of work is to be determined considering (a) the beam and (b) the crane as the system.