OAB is a uniform lamina in the form of a quadrant of a circle with centre $O$ and radius $0.8\,\text{m}$, and its centre of mass is at $G.$ The lamina is smoothly hinged at $O$ to a fixed point and can rotate freely in a vertical plane. A horizontal force of magnitude $12\,\text{N}$, acting in the plane of the lamina, is applied at $B.$ The lamina is in equilibrium with $AG$ horizontal (see diagram).
(i)[3]
Calculate the value of $AG.$
(ii)[5]
Find the weight of the lamina.
Worked solution & mark scheme
This 8-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “Obtains $OG=2\times0.8\sin(\pi/4)/(3\pi/4)$.” …