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1.5.2a Moment of a force

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Question 1

The moment of a force is related to the force applied and the perpendicular distance from a pivot. Which situation cannot be explained using this relationship?

A

Using a long lever to lift a heavy rock.

B

Wearing wide snowshoes to prevent sinking into deep snow.

C

Pushing a door near its outer edge rather than near the hinge to open it easily.

D

Using a long-handled wrench to loosen a tight bolt.

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