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(a)
The reading on each scale when the masses of the scales are negligible.
(a)
Answer to Problem 151P
The reading on scale A is
Explanation of Solution
Write the equation of reading on scale A.
Here,
Write the equation of reading on scale B.
Here,
Conclusion:
Substitute,
Substitute,
Thus, the reading on scale A is
(b)
The reading on each scale when the masses of the scales are not negligible.
(b)
Answer to Problem 151P
The reading on scale A is
Explanation of Solution
Write the equation of reading on scale A.
Here,
Write the equation of reading on scale B.
Here,
Conclusion:
Substitute,
Substitute,
Thus, the reading on scale A is
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