A force is applied at the point and is directed toward the point in the same plane

PHYSICS · Single correct · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Torque and Rotational Dynamics · Torque and Rotational Dynamics

Problem

30\,\text{N}

force is applied at the point

P(0.30\,\text{m},\,0.40\,\text{m})

and is directed toward the point

Q(0.70\,\text{m},\,0.60\,\text{m})

in the same plane. Determine the magnitude of the torque of this force about the origin. (All coordinates are measured in metres.) (a)

4.0\,\text{N m}

(b)

9.0\,\text{N m}

(c)

6.7\,\text{N m}

(d)

13\,\text{N m}