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

Turning effects of forces — practice question

A uniform beam of mass $1.4\,\text{kg}$ is supported at the pivot $P$ as shown. The beam is $0.60\,\text{m}$ long, and $P$ lies $0.20\,\text{m}$ from one end. Masses of $3.0\,\text{kg}$ and $6.0\,\text{kg}$ hang from the beam at distances of $0.35\,\text{m}$ and $0.15\,\text{m}$ from the pivot, as shown. What torque is needed to be applied to keep the beam in equilibrium?

  • A$0.010\,\text{N m}$
  • B$0.10\,\text{N m}$
  • C$0.29\,\text{N m}$
  • D$2.8\,\text{N m}$

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