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Physics (AS & A Level) · Oct / Nov 2025 · Paper 14 · Question 13

9702Equilibrium of forces

A uniform rod is attached by a hinge at one end to a wall. The other end of the rod is supported by a wire so that the rod is horizontal and in equilibrium. Which arrow shows the direction of the force on the rod from the hinge?

  1. Aupward arrow
  2. Bdownward arrow
  3. Carrow pointing up-left
  4. Darrow pointing up-right

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Correct answer: D. arrow pointing up-right

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