To find: the torque.
Answer to Problem 10CFU
20.8 foot-pounds
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
Torque of force is applied at
Downward applied force is 32 pounds.
The center of nut is the origin i.e.
Calculation:
Let the force in pounds be represented by
Since the each value of
Any downward force is measured along the
Now evaluate
The magnitude of torque is evaluated as follows:
Thus the torque is 20.8 foot-pounds.
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