Problem 5.6 An early submersible craft for deep-sea exploration was raised and l

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Problem 5.6 An early submersible craft for deep-sea exploration was raised and lowered by a cable from a ship. When the can was stationary, the tension in the cable was 7500 N. When the can was lowered rr raised at a steady rate, the motion through the water added an 1800 N drag force. Part A What was the tension in the cable when the craft was being lowered to the seafloor? Express your answer to two significant figures and include the appropriate units. Part B What was the tension in the cable when the craft was being raised from the seafloor? Express your answer to two significant figures and include the appropriate units.

Explanation / Answer

A) 5700 N

B) 9300 N

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