THE TURNING EFFECT OF FORCES
1 mark · NormalWhich change will increase the moment of a force about a given pivot?
- A.Increase the force applied.
- B.Move the force closer to the pivot.
- C.Use a lighter object.
- D.Reduce the perpendicular distance from the pivot.
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Correct option: Increase the force applied.
Also accept: Increase the force applied
Common mistakes: Moving force closer reduces the moment
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Moment depends directly on force and perpendicular distance. Increasing force increases moment.