University Physics with Modern Physics (14th Edition)

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Chapter 11 - Equilibrium and Elasticity - Problems - Exercises - Page 359: 11.27

Answer

$Y = 20\times 10^{10}~Pa$

Work Step by Step

We can find the Young's modulus for this metal. $Y = \frac{F~L_0}{A~\Delta L}$ $Y = \frac{(5000~N)(4.00~m)}{(0.50\times 10^{-4}~m^2)(0.20\times 10^{-2}~m)}$ $Y = 20\times 10^{10}~Pa$
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