I think that ball a hit the ground because it says that it went straight down.
Not exactly the best way to describe it but, it is used to calculate resistance of a lever as in the use of a pry bar or pulley. Technology used to increase output with little input.
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Your answer is on the inside bends!
When rocks are deposition on the bottom of the river pressure can cause the rock to break down in sentiments!
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