Solving a Steel Rod Temperature Expansion Problem

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The discussion centers on calculating the temperature change required to elongate a steel rod by the same amount as a 500 N force. Key parameters include the average linear expansion coefficient of 11 x 10^(-6) and Young's modulus of 20 x 10^10. The user seeks guidance on applying these values to determine the temperature change necessary for the specified elongation. The problem emphasizes the relationship between mechanical stress and thermal expansion in materials.

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Thermal Expansion Problem

i've been working on this problem forever and i don't know what I'm doing wrong!
a steel rod undergoes a stretching force of 500 N. Its cross sectional area is 2.00 cm^2. Find the change in temperature that would elongate the rod by the same amount as the 500-N force does.
here's some info that may be of some use but i don't know how to use it!
average linear expansion coefficient: 11x10^(-6)
young's modulus: 20x10^10
shear modulus: 8.4x10^10
thanks in advance you guys!
 
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