Normal Forces and Fluid Dynamics

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The discussion revolves around calculating normal forces and understanding fluid dynamics principles. For the board supported by two sawhorses, participants are tasked with determining the normal force from each sawhorse under static equilibrium conditions. The conversation also touches on fluid velocity relationships in pipes and the effects of hydraulic systems, including how pressure changes with height in fluid flow. Participants express challenges in grasping the concepts, particularly regarding static equilibrium and fluid dynamics, indicating a need for clearer explanations. Overall, the thread emphasizes the importance of understanding fundamental physics principles to solve the posed problems effectively.
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A 5 kg board is arranged between 2 sawhorses (at right). If the board is in static equilibrium, what is the normal force on the board from sawhorse 2.

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a. F2,normal = 0 N
b. F2,normal = 49.0 N
c. F2,normal = 36.8 N
d. F2,normal = 76.3 N
e. none of the above

2. This question refers to the same picture in question 1.

What is the normal force from sawhorse 1?

a. F1,normal = 0 N
b. F1,normal =12.3 N
c. F1,normal = 25 N
d. F1,normal = 50 N
e. None of the above

3.

For the pipe shown at right. If A1= 4A2, then…

Question is referring to this picture:
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a. v1=4v2
b. v1=¼v2
c. v1=¾v2
d. Not enough information

4.

When a person is holding a heavy object directly in front of them, they tend to lean back. Why?

a. It maintains a net force of zero
b. It maintains a net torque of zero

5.

Mechanic Bob has a hydraulic jack (as shown) that applies a maximum input force of Fin =4N. If the output piston is 3 times the area of the input piston (Aout=3Ain), what is the maximum weight Bob’s jack can lift?

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a. 0 N
b. 1.33 N
c. 4 N
d. 12 N
e. None of the above

6.

(For the pipe at right) Water is flowing through the pipe’s left side with velocity v1=5 m/s and height y1=0 m and flowing out the right side with velocity v2=5 m/s at a height y2=2 m. What is the ΔP? (difference in pressure)

Question refers to this picture:
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a. 0 kPa
b. 9.8 kPa
c. 12.5 kPa
d. 19.6 kPa

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