Two forces each of magnitude act in opposite directions at different points of a…

PHYSICS · Single correct · A Level · Physics · Mechanics and materials · Mechanics and materials

Problem

Two forces each of magnitude

F

act in opposite directions at different points of a rigid body, the separation between their lines of action being

d

. Which of the following statements is correct? (a) Net force is zero and net torque is

2Fd

(b) Net force is zero and net torque is

Fd

2F

and net torque is zero (d) Net force is zero and net torque is

\dfrac{Fd}{2}