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What determines the turning effect of a force?
A
Its magnitude and the position of its line of action.
B
For static equilibrium, horizontal forces satisfy ∑Fx=0\boxed{\sum F_x=0}∑Fx=0.
C
The unknown force has zero moment, eliminating it from the equation.
D
Vertically downward through its midpoint.
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4.2.1 Moments (A-level only) Flashcards
20 flashcards on CCEA A Level Maths 4.2.1 Moments (A-level only): the key formulae, methods and definitions you need to recall for AS 1, AS 2, A2 1 and A2 2.