Focus on Problem Solving Exercises

question 34

Essay

Focus on Problem Solving Exercises
Imagine you place a cork measuring 1.30 cm × 4.50 cm × 3.00 cm in a pan of water. On top of this cork you place a small cube of lead measuring 1.15 cm on a side. Describe how you would determine if the combination of the cork and lead cube will still float in the water. Note any information you would need to look up to answer the question.

---

Definitions:

Solo

Refers to an individual performing or working alone, without a partner or group.

Survival

The act of continuing to live or exist, especially in spite of challenging conditions.

Success-Disengagement

The concept of an individual or entity achieving their predetermined goals and subsequently stepping back or reducing their active involvement.

Resource Maturity

A metric or stage indicating the level of development and readiness for use of a particular resource within an organization or project.