E9. A weight of 30 N is located a distance of 10 cm from the fulcrum of a simple balance beam. At what distance from the fulcrum should a weight of 20 N be placed on the oppo- site side in order to balance the system?

E9. A weight of 30 N is located a distance of 10 cm from the fulcrum of a simple balance beam. At what distance from the fulcrum should a weight of 20 N be placed on the oppo- site side in order to balance the system?

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E9. A weight of 30 N is located a distance of 10 cm from the
fulcrum of a simple balance beam. At what distance from
the fulcrum should a weight of 20 N be placed on the oppo-
site side in order to balance the system?

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