Equilibrium: In the figure, the horizontal lower arm has a mass of 2.8 kg and its center of gravity is 12 cm from the elbow joint pivot. How much force F_M must the vertical extensor muscle in the upper arm exert on the lower arm to hold a 7.5 kg shot put? A) 100 N B) 500 N C) 750 N D) 1000 N E) 1500 N

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The Answer of Equilibrium: In the figure, the horizontal lower arm has a mass of 2.8 kg and its center of gravity is 12 cm from the elbow joint pivot. How much force F_M must the vertical extensor muscle in the upper arm exert on the lower arm to hold a 7.5 kg shot put? A) 100 N B) 500 N C) 750 N D) 1000 N E) 1500 N

Equilibrium: in the Figure, the Horizontal Lower Arm Has a Mass