The Figure Shows Forces Acting on a Meter Stick, Which $\cdotp$

question 17

Multiple Choice

The figure shows forces acting on a meter stick, which is constrained to rotate around the axis indicated by the dot $\cdotp$ Which force(s) create a positive torque around that axis?

• A)A
• B)B
• C)C
• D)D

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