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sinisterlink
Oct16-04, 07:55 PM
A ski tow operates on a slope of angle 15.5 degrees of length 290m . The rope moves at a speed of 11.5km/hr and provides power for 50.0 riders at one time, with an average mass per rider of 75.0kg .

Q: Estimate the power required to operate the tow.


I missed class when he went over power.
i drew a free body diagram already but im still lost. I need someone to point me in the right direction.

sinisterlink
Oct16-04, 08:00 PM
nevermind i got it