Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Forces

Forces — practice question

(a)[2]

State the two conditions that need to hold for an object to be in equilibrium.

(b(i))[2]

On Fig. 2.1, add and label: 1. an arrow showing the force $W$ acting on PQ at the centre of mass 2. an arrow showing the force $R$ acting on PQ at the pivot.

(b(ii))[4]

Using moments about the pivot, calculate $F$.

(b(iii))[2]

Calculate $R$.

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