Figure 3 shows two identical trolleys with loads A and B. The loads are identical in shape and size

      

Figure 3 shows two identical trolleys with loads A and B. The loads are identical in shape and size
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Given that the density of A is greater than that of B, explain why the trolley in Figure 3 (ii) is more stable

  

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John
The position of the centre of gravity of trolley (ii) is low because less weight is at the top and this makes it more stable.
johnmulu answered the question on April 19, 2017 at 07:05


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