Answer:
It isn't safe for the truck to cross the bridge because the pressure exerted by the truck on the bridge is greater than the maximum tolerable pressure for the bridge, 562.5 Pa > 450 Pa.
Explanation:
Pressure is expressed in Force/Area.
So, for the truck, force exerted = 54000 N
Area covered = 30 × 3.2 = 96 m²
Pressure exerted by the truck = 54000/96 = 562.5 Pa
The pressure exerted by the truck on the bridge is greater than the maximum tolerable pressure for the bridge, 562.5 > 450, hence, it isn't safe for the truck to cross the bridge.
