Infinite strength and infinite weight

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The discussion centers on the paradox of an object with infinite strength attempting to support an object with infinite weight. It acknowledges that such scenarios are nonsensical and cannot exist in reality. One participant emphasizes that the question is non-physical, thus lacking a physical answer. The conversation concludes with a reminder that the forum is intended for physical inquiries rather than idle speculation. Ultimately, the topic highlights the limitations of discussing hypothetical scenarios that defy the laws of physics.
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By the laws of scaling, what would it be like if an object with infinite strength (which does not exist) would try to support an object with infinite weight (also does not exist. I know, this is one of those 'this cannot happen because it is a paradox' things so please forgive me)
 
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Your question is non physical, therefore there can be no physical answer. These forums are about physical answers to physical queations. Not idle speculation.

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