Five Identical Cylinders Are Each Acted on by Forces of Equal

question 37

Multiple Choice

Five identical cylinders are each acted on by forces of equal magnitude. Which force exerts the biggest torque about the central axes of the cylinders?

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Definitions:

Pluralistic Ignorance

A situation in which individuals rely on others to identify a norm but falsely interpret others’ beliefs and feelings, resulting in inaction.

Normative Social Influence

The influence that leads individuals to conform in order to be accepted and liked by their social group.

Informational Social Influence

A psychological phenomenon where individuals conform to the behavior of others under the belief that these others possess more accurate information, especially in ambiguous situations.

Good Samaritan Parable

A biblical story that teaches the importance of acting with kindness and compassion towards all people, regardless of their status or background.