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

Turning effects of forces — practice question

A beam of uniform construction is placed on two supports, X and Y, as illustrated. Its length is $20.0\,\text{m}$ and its weight is $200\,\text{N}$. A man whose weight is $700\,\text{N}$ is standing on the beam $6.0\,\text{m}$ from support X. The beam is balanced in equilibrium. What is the contact force exerted by support X on the beam?

  • A$310\,\text{N}$
  • B$450\,\text{N}$
  • C$590\,\text{N}$
  • D$900\,\text{N}$

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