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

Turning effects of forces — practice question

A horizontal metal bar PQ with a length of $50.0\,\text{cm}$ is hinged at P. The diagram shows the metal bar as seen from above. At end Q, two forces of $16.0\,\text{N}$ and $5.0\,\text{N}$ act in the horizontal plane, as shown in the diagram. What is the combined moment about P caused by the two forces?

  • A$1.5\,\text{N m}$
  • B$4.4\,\text{N m}$
  • C$6.5\,\text{N m}$
  • D$9.4\,\text{N m}$

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