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A-LevelPhysicsForces, density and pressureMay/June 2024Paper 1 Q121 Mark

The diagram shows a uniform rod, XY, that is freely hinged to a vertical wall at end Y. The rod is at an angle of 60° to the wall. [Figure 12.1] A force F acts at an angle of 30° to the rod at end X. The rod has a weight of 3.0 N and is in equilibrium. What is the magnitude of force F?

A0.87 N
B1.5 N
C2.6 N
D5.2 N

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This multiple-choice question appeared in the Cambridge A-Level Physics (9702) May/June 2024 examination, Paper 1 Variant 2. It tests the topic of Forces, density and pressure and is worth 1 mark.

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