Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Turning effects of forces

Turning effects of forces — practice question

At points V and W on an object, two forces of magnitude $F$ each are applied. Together, these forces make a couple. As shown, the object has the form of a right-angled triangle with side lengths $x$ and $y$. Which expression represents the torque produced by the couple?

  • A$Fx$
  • B$Fy$
  • C$2Fx$
  • D$2Fy$

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