
Conceptual Physical Science (6th Edition)
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Author: Paul G. Hewitt, John A. Suchocki, Leslie A. Hewitt
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Chapter 1, Problem 75E
The Equilibrium Rule
75. Can an object be in mechanical equilibrium when only a single force acts on it? Defend your answer.
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