SOLUTION: If a rectangular beam 5 cm wide and 6 cm deep can support a 43.2 kg load, how much load can it support when turned on its side?

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Question 1146869: If a rectangular beam 5 cm wide and 6 cm deep can support a 43.2 kg load, how much load can it support when turned on its side?
Answer by ikleyn(52781) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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In order for such a problem could be solved, A CRITERION must be given explicitly for the lose of support.


It is NOT GIVEN in the post -------- therefore, the solution IS NOT POSSIBLE.


Missing this criterion in this post IS YOUR FAULT (!)