A platform is supported on a pivot, as shown in Fig. 3.1. A diver is positioned 1.8 m from the pivot. The diver’s weight is 1100 N.
(a)[3]
Using the information in Fig. 3.1, Calculate the moment of the diver about the pivot.
(b(i))[3]
Using the information in Fig. 3.2, Calculate the weight $W$ of the platform.
(b(ii))[2]
Determine the length of the spring when the load on the spring is 240 N.
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