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Homework Statement
A raft is made of 11 logs lashed together. They are 38.0 cm in diameter and 6.10 m long and has a density of 700 kg/m^3. How many 60 kg persons can the raft hold in freshwater while keeping everybody's feet dry?
Homework Equations
Volume immersed/Volume total = density obj/ density fluid
% immersed= density obj/ density fluid
Bouyant force = roh x V x g
P = F/A (?)
m = roh x V
The Attempt at a Solution
I have found the volume of the raft: 2.42 cubic meters
Here are my thoughts: To keep everybody's feet dry, the raft can be immersed up to 99.9%. Not sure how to use the forumla above to my advantage... Also, I can find the bouyant force of the raft. Now, I'm stuck!
Thanks in advance to all who respond :)
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