(II) The gauge pressure in each of the four tires of an

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Problem 11P

(II) The gauge pressure in each of the four tires of an automobile is 240 kPa. If each tire has a "footprint" of 190 cm2 (area touching the ground), estimate the mass of the car.

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QUESTION:

Problem 11P

(II) The gauge pressure in each of the four tires of an automobile is 240 kPa. If each tire has a "footprint" of 190 cm2 (area touching the ground), estimate the mass of the car.

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Solution 11P:

        We have to determine the mass of the car using the value of pressure and the area given problem.

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Concept:

         Pressure  on the body is defined as the net force  applied per unit cross-sectional area  of the body. Mathematically,

                        

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