A Uniform Stick 1 M Long Is Placed Horizontally on the Ground

question 86

Multiple Choice

A uniform stick 1 m long is placed horizontally on the ground along an east-west axis.A force of 1.0 N is applied to the center of the stick in a direction 30º west of north.The torque exerted by the force relative to the east end of the stick is

• A)zero.
• B)0.25 m,clockwise.
• C)0.43 m,clockwise.
• D)0.25 m,counterclockwise.
• E)0.43 m,counterclockwise.

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Definitions:

Pisiform

A small pea-shaped bone found in the proximal row of the wrist (carpal) bones, embedded within the flexor carpi ulnaris tendon.

Hamate

A carpal bone situated on the lower outside edge of the hand, distinguished by its large hook-like projection.

Femur

The thigh bone, which is the longest and strongest bone in the human body, connecting the hip to the knee.