A-LevelPhysicsForces, density and pressure9702/12 · Feb/Mar 2016 · Q121 Mark

The diagram shows a uniform beam PQ. The length of the beam is 3.0 m and its weight is 50 N. The beam is supported on a pivot 1.0 m from end P. A load of weight W is hung from end P and the beam is in equilibrium. [Figure 12.1] What is the value of W?

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A25 N

B50 N

C75 N

D100 N

✓ Correct answer

A: 25 N

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Topic: Forces, density and pressure, A-Level Physics (syllabus 9702). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Physics, Feb/Mar 2016 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 12.

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