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4A — Translational motion, forces, work, energy, and equilibrium in living systems

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A biceps muscle inserts on the forearm 4 cm from the elbow joint. A person holds a 50 N weight in the hand, 32 cm from the elbow, with the forearm horizontal and stationary. Neglecting the forearm's own weight, what force must the biceps exert?

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