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Rope and Three Students, 1J30.25a

Topic and Concept:

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Abstract:

Two large, strong students pull in opposite directions on the ends of a rope. A small student then pushes/pulls on the middle of the rope in a direction perpendicular to the rope.

Equipment

Location

ID Number

Rope

ME, Bay B7, Shelf #1

Important Setup Notes:

Setup and Procedure:

  1. Have two large, strong students pull in opposing directions on an end of the rope (as pictured) to produce a static system.
  2. Have the third, smaller student push or pull on the middle of the rope in a direction perpendicular to it.

Cautions, Warnings, or Safety Concerns:

Discussion:

After the two bigger students pull the rope taught, it is in static equilibrium. It doesn't take much force

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