Mechanical Engineering - Thermodynamics - rigid container

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The discussion centers on a thermodynamics problem related to a rigid container filled with water, specifically addressing the challenges faced in solving part B of the homework assignment. The participant successfully solved part A but encountered difficulties due to perceived insufficient information, relying solely on temperature (T). The conclusion drawn is that assuming the water occupies the entire volume of the container is a valid approach, despite initial skepticism about the assumption.

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So part A is correct. I'm completely stumped for part B. I feel like not enough information is given. All I know is the temperature. I tried using ratios but it didn't give me the right answer. How am I supposed to look stuff up in tables when I'm only given T?
 
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Nevermind. I guess they just wanted me to assume that the water would still occupy the entire volume. Weird assumption but it worked.
 

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