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book Basic Biomechanics 5th Edition by Susan Hall cover

Basic Biomechanics 5th Edition by Susan Hall

Edition 5ISBN: 978-0073044811
book Basic Biomechanics 5th Edition by Susan Hall cover

Basic Biomechanics 5th Edition by Susan Hall

Edition 5ISBN: 978-0073044811
Exercise 11
In Problem 8, how much total stress is present on the fifth lumbar vertebra if the individual holds a 222 N weight bar balanced across his shoulders?
Problem 8
Approximately 56% of body weight is supported by the fifth lumbar vertebra. How much stress is present on the 22 cm2 surface area of that vertebra in an erect 756 N man? (Assume that the vertebral surface is horizontal.)
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