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

Turning effects of forces — practice question

The diagram represents a uniform rod, XY, which is freely hinged to a vertical wall at end Y. The rod makes an angle of $60^{\circ}$ with the wall. At end X, a force $F$ acts at an angle of $30^{\circ}$ to the rod. The rod weighs $3.0\ \text{N}$ and is in equilibrium. Determine the magnitude of force $F$?

  • A$0.87\ \text{N}$
  • B$1.5\ \text{N}$
  • C$2.6\ \text{N}$
  • D$5.2\ \text{N}$

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