Cambridge IGCSE Physics practice

Paper 3 structured question: Turning effect of forces

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Turning effect of forces

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Paper 3Theory (Core)3 marks

A beam is supported at its center and has weights attached at both ends.

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Weight A is 20 N and is 2 m from the pivot. Weight B is unknown and is 3 m from the pivot.

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Determine the weight B required to keep the beam in equilibrium.
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Paper 3Theory (Core)1 marks

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On the other side of the pivot, a weight is placed to balance the beam.

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State the condition for the beam to be in equilibrium.
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