Question

The figure shows a man using a wooden pole to carry two baskets, $M$ and $N$.
If the lever system is in equilibrium, which of the following conclusions are true?
$I$. Basket $M$ is heavier than basket $N$.
$II$. Basket $M$ contains pebbles whereas basket $N$ contains leaves.
$III$. The force of gravity acting on basket $M$ is stronger than basket $N$.

• A. $I$
• B. $II$
• C. $III$
• D. All options are incorrrect

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

The correct options are
A $I$
B $II$

$I,II$ and $III$ are true

From the figure we can see that the distance from N is greater than M it means to be in equilibrium Basket M should be heavier than N.

And as it is heavier we can say that it consists pebbles and N contain leaves.

As Basket M is heavier than N so the force of gravity on M is stronger tha N