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Two equal and opposite forces of 52 N each, separated by a perpendicular distance of 0.9 m, form a couple. What is the moment of this couple?
- 23.4
- 52.9
- 46.8
- 93.6
Answer
C. 46.8
Solution
The moment of a couple = Force × perpendicular distance between the forces = 52 N × 0.9 m = 46.8 N· m.
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