Answer:
Explanation:
Argon to potassium ratio after 1 half life = 1:1
After 2 half lives = 75/25= 3:1
After 3 half lives = 87.5/12.5= 7:1
After 4 half lives = 93.75/6.25 = 15:1
After 5 half lives = 96.875/3.125 = 31/1
Explanation:
Let us assume that forces acting at point B are as follows.

= 0 ...... (1)
= 0
= 0 .......... (2)
Hence, formula for allowable normal stress of cable is as follows.

T = 
= 3925 kip
From equation (1),
= -3925
= -3925
= 12877.29 kip
From equation (2), -12877.29 (Cos 60) + W = 0
= 0
W = 6438.64 kip
Thus, we can conclude that greatest weight of the crate is 6438.64 kip.