Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Forces

Forces — practice question

The diagram depicts a uniform rod whose midpoint is supported by a pivot. Two weights $X$ and $Y$ are suspended from the rod. The rod is balanced in equilibrium. Which statement is correct?

  • AThe forces at $X$ and $Y$ have different values.
  • BThere is a resultant turning effect on the rod.
  • CThe resultant force on the rod is zero.
  • DThe rod does not have a centre of mass.

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