Determine the force the water exerts on the hatch


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Q: The tank in Figure is filled with water 2.00 m deep. At the bottom of one side wall is a rectangular hatch 1.00m high and 2.00 m wide, which is hinged at the top of the hatch.

(a) Determine the force the water exerts on the hatch.

(b) Find the torque exerted by the water about the hinges.

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