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The problem involves calculating the weight of a man who causes a diving board to deflect 4 inches vertically when standing 6 feet from the fulcrum. Given that a 100-pound man causes a 6-inch deflection at 8 feet from the fulcrum, the relationship between weight, distance from the fulcrum, and deflection must be established. Utilizing principles of torque and equilibrium, the weight of the second man can be determined through proportional reasoning. The solution requires applying the formula for torque, which is the product of weight and distance from the fulcrum.

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Here my problem:
A diving board has a vertical depression of 6 inches when a 100-pound man stands 8 feet from the fulcrum. Determine the weight of a man who causes the same diving board to deflect 4 inches vertically when he stands 6 feet from the fulcrum. Show your reasoning and complete solution.
 
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Check Khan Academy for help first as we can only provide hints. We can’t do your homework for you that not how it works on PF.

Also you could work with your teacher or fellow students.
 

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