A-LevelPhysicsForces, density and pressure9702/12 · Feb/Mar 2016 · Q131 Mark

Two forces, each of magnitude F, act at points V and W on an object. The two forces form a couple. The shape of the object is a right-angled triangle with sides of lengths x and y, as shown. [Figure 13.1] Which expression gives the torque exerted by the couple?

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AFx

BFy

C2Fx

D2Fy

✓ Correct answer

B: Fy

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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 13.

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