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A Force of 50 dynes acts on a rigid body, such that the perpendicular distance between the fulcrum and the point of application of force is 75 cm. calculate the moment of force?


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Solution

Definition:

Moment of force:

A measure of its tendency to cause a body to rotate about a specific point or axis.

moment of force = Force X perpendicular distance

Solution:

Given that,

Force (F)= 50 Dynes

perpendicular distance = 75 cm

Moment of force = F X Perpendicular distance

= 50 dynes X 75 cm

=375 dyne-cm

Conclusion:

Therefore, the moment of force is equal to 375 dyne-cm.


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