Question 2023 Deck Safety
70% to passThe center of gravity of a freely swinging load suspended from a pedestal crane acts as if it were located at the _______________.
A
pedestal
B
counterweight
C
point of suspension
D
longitudinal centerline
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) counterweight. The center of gravity of a freely swinging load suspended from a pedestal crane acts as if it were located at the counterweight. This is because the counterweight is designed to offset the weight of the load, maintaining the crane's stability and balance. The load's center of gravity is not located at the pedestal, the point of suspension, or the longitudinal centerline, as those options do not accurately reflect the crane's overall stability and load distribution.
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