A-LevelPhysicsForces, density and pressure9702/12 · May/June 2011 · Q161 Mark

A uniform rod XY of weight 10.0 N is freely hinged to a wall at X. It is held horizontal by a force F acting from Y at an angle of 30° to the horizontal, as shown. [Figure 16.0] What is the value of F?

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A5.0 N

B8.7 N

C10.0 N

D20.0 N

✓ Correct answer

C: 10.0 N

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Topic: Forces, density and pressure, A-Level Physics (syllabus 9702). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Physics, May/June 2011 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 16.

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