Maximum Load question given Safety factor

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The ultimate strength of a round steel rod is 620.000 MPa, and with a required safety factor of 3.000, the maximum permissible load can be calculated. Given the diameter of the rod is 3.000 cm, the maximum load is determined by dividing the ultimate strength by the safety factor and then applying the cross-sectional area of the rod. The calculations yield a maximum permissible load of 62,000 N.

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Could i get some help with this one please

The ultimate strength of a round steel rod is 620.000 MPa. If a factor of safety of 3.000 is required, what is the maximum permissible load for the rod if it has a diameter of 3.000 cm?
 
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