1. (a) A man applies a force of F=3.00x102 N at an angle of 60.0° to the door 2m from the hinges. Find the torque on the door, choosing the position of the hinges as the axis of rotation. (b) Suppose a wedge is placed 1.50m from the hinges on the other side of the door. What minimum force applied in part (a) won't open the door?

1. (a) A man applies a force of F=3.00x102 N at an angle of 60.0° to the door 2m from the hinges. Find the torque on the door, choosing the position of the hinges as the axis of rotation. (b) Suppose a wedge is placed 1.50m from the hinges on the other side of the door. What minimum force applied in part (a) won't open the door?

Principles of Physics: A Calculus-Based Text

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Chapter10: Rotational Motion

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