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Upper wire has cross-section area \(0.008\,\text{cm}^2\) and lower wire has area \(0.004\,\text{cm}^2\). Find the maximum mass of the pan that can be connected without breaking any wire. Given breaking stress of wire is \(\sigma = 8\times10^8\,\text{N/m}^2\). 


 

Updated On: Apr 5, 2026
  • \(22\ \text{kg}\)
  • \(24\ \text{kg}\)
  • \(26\ \text{kg}\)
  • \(28\ \text{kg}\)
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The Correct Option is A

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