The figure shows a lower leg being exercised. It has a 49-N weight attached to the foot and is extended at an angle e with respect to the vertical. Consider a rotational axis at the knee, as indicated. (a) When e= 58°, find the magnitude of the torque that the weight creates. (b) At what angle e does the magnitude of the torque have a value of 16 N-m? Axis 0.55 m 49 N Units (a) Number Units (h) Number

The figure shows a lower leg being exercised. It has a 49-N weight attached to the foot and is extended at an angle e with respect to the vertical. Consider a rotational axis at the knee, as indicated. (a) When e= 58°, find the magnitude of the torque that the weight creates. (b) At what angle e does the magnitude of the torque have a value of 16 N-m? Axis 0.55 m 49 N Units (a) Number Units (h) Number

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Chapter10: Rotational Motion

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