Physics 5054 · O Level · Turning effect of forces

Turning effect of forces — practice question

In the diagram, a uniform solid rectangular block has weight $50\,\text{N}$ and is pivoted at point $P$. Its height is $40\,\text{cm}$, while its base measures $8.0\,\text{cm}$ across. Which horizontal force $F$ is just sufficient to cause the block to begin turning about $P$?

  • A$2.5\,\text{N}$
  • B$5.0\,\text{N}$
  • C$10\,\text{N}$
  • D$160\,\text{N}$

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