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A 4 N force acts perpendicular to a beam 3 m from the pivot. Find the moment about the pivot.
- A.12 N m clockwise
- B.14
- C.10
- D.24
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- The correct answer is 12 N m clockwise.
This answer is tied to the objective: S1 Understand and use moments in simple static contexts..
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calculator check uses Moments: identify the quantities, do the stated operation, and select 12 N m clockwise because it matches the verified final answer.
Maths method check
- Topic focus: Mechanics.
- Question style: practice.
- Reasoning demand: understanding.
- Check the operation, notation, units, and final answer form against the question before moving on.
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