Conceptual Physical Science (6th Edition)
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Author: Paul G. Hewitt, John A. Suchocki, Leslie A. Hewitt
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 2, Problem 62E
Your empty hand is not hurt when it bangs lightly against a wall. Why does your hand hurt when it bangs against the wall while carrying ε heavy load? Which of Newton’s laws is most applicable?
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