Fundamentals of Physics Extended (10th Edition)

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Chapter 12 - Equilibrium and Elasticity - Problems - Page 346: 13c

Answer

The magnitude of the force at point B from the lower leg bones is $~~3600~N$

Work Step by Step

In parts (a) and (b), we found that there is an upward force of $2700~N$ exerted at point A from the muscle. Also note that the floor pushes up at point P with a force of $900~N$ Let "up" be the positive direction. To find the force at point B from the lower leg bones, we can consider the vertical forces exerted on the foot. We can find $F_B$, the force at point B from the lower leg bones: $F_{net,y} = 0$ $2700~N+900~N+F_B = 0$ $F_B = -900~N-2700~N$ $F_B = -3600~N$ The magnitude of the force at point B from the lower leg bones is $~~3600~N$.
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