Conceptual Physics (12th Edition)

Published by Addison-Wesley
ISBN 10: 0321909100
ISBN 13: 978-0-32190-910-7

Chapter 12 - Think and Discuss - Page 243: 85

Answer

No.

Work Step by Step

Strength is related to the area of the cross-section. A thicker rope is stronger, but the strength does not depend on the length of the rope. This is discussed on page 236.
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