A horizontal sign is attached to a wall with a pivot at one end
PHYSICS · Subjective · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Torque and Rotational Dynamics · Torque and Rotational Dynamics
Problem
A horizontal sign is attached to a wall with a pivot at one end. A 8.0 N force applied at right angles to the sign produces a torque of 2.5 N·m about the pivot. Determine the perpendicular distance from the pivot to the point of application of the force. Include units with your answer.