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Ch. 6 - Applications of Definite Integrals
Hass - Thomas' Calculus 15th Edition
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Chapter 6, Problem 6.PE.29

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Earth’s attraction The force of attraction on an object below Earth’s surface is directly proportional to its distance from Earth’s center. Find the work done in moving a weight of w lb located α mi below Earth’s surface up to the surface itself. Assume Earth’s radius is a constant r mi. 

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