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Physics (AS & A Level) · Oct / Nov 2023 · Paper 12 · Question 11

9702Turning effects of forces

A force F is applied at an angle of 45° to a door handle at a distance d from the pivot of the handle, as shown. What is the moment of the force about the pivot?

  1. A\frac{Fd}{\sqrt{2}}
  2. BFd
  3. CFd\sqrt{2}
  4. D2Fd

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Correct answer: A. \frac{Fd}{\sqrt{2}}

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