Problem 4 3.5 m A 2.5 m B The tank above is filled with glycerin ($\rho_g = 1260 \frac{kg}{m^3}$). Find the magnitude of the force on the cylindrical plate AB. The tank extends 3 meters into the page. a) 222 kN b) 374 kN c) 440 kN d) 577 kN
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