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Which of the following factors does NOT affect the torque produced by a force?.
- A.The magnitude of the force
- B.The distance from the pivot
- C.The angle at which the force is applied
- D.The mass of the object
Model answer
What a good answer should say
- The mass of the object
Explanation
Why this works
Torque is influenced by the magnitude of the force, the distance from the pivot, and the angle of application. The mass of the object does not directly affect the torque produced.
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