A metal disc is acted on by a number of forces. The forces areal in the plane of the disc and the weight of the disc is negligible. In which of the following situations is the disc in equilibrium? Hint: Remember to be in equilibrium the torques and the force must equal zero. A. В. 3F 2F C. 2F D. F 2F 2F F

A metal disc is acted on by a number of forces. The forces areal in the plane of the disc and the weight of the disc is negligible. In which of the following situations is the disc in equilibrium? Hint: Remember to be in equilibrium the torques and the force must equal zero. A. В. 3F 2F C. 2F D. F 2F 2F F

Glencoe Physics: Principles and Problems, Student Edition

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Chapter8: Rotational Motion

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 82A

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