5.9 - Numerical Problems on Moments
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Practice Questions
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Find the moment when a 10 N force is applied at a distance of 5 m from the pivot.
💡 Hint: Use the formula M = F × d.
What is the moment produced by a 25 N force at a distance of 2 m?
💡 Hint: M = F × d
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the formula for calculating moments?
💡 Hint: Remember the basic definitions of moments.
Is the moment created by forces applied closer to a pivot point generally larger than those applied further away?
💡 Hint: Think about the moment arm.
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Challenge Problems
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A lever has a 12 N force acting at 1 m and an unknown force acting at 3 m. Solve for the unknown force.
💡 Hint: Use the principle of moments.
A 25 N force is applied at a distance of 2 m on one side of a pivot and 15 N at 1 m on the other side. Calculate where the pivot needs to be.
💡 Hint: Set the moments equal and solve for distance.
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