For a rigid body pivoted about a fixed axis

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

Problem

For a rigid body pivoted about a fixed axis, describe how increasing the distance from the pivot where a perpendicular force is applied affects the magnitude of the force needed to achieve a specified angular acceleration. Give a brief explanation.

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