Physics (AS & A Level) · Feb / March 2016 · Paper 12 · Question 12

The diagram shows a uniform beam PQ. The length of the beam is 3.0 m and its weight is 50 N. The beam is supported on a pivot 1.0 m from end P. A load of weight W is hung from end P and the beam is in equilibrium. What is the value of W?

1. A25 N
2. B50 N
3. C75 N
4. D100 N

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