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Two equal and opposite forces of 46 N each, separated by a perpendicular distance of 0.6 m, form a couple. What is the moment of this couple?
- 27.6
- 13.8
- 46.6
- 55.2
Answer
A. 27.6
Solution
The moment of a couple = Force × perpendicular distance between the forces = 46 N × 0.6 m = 27.6 N· m.
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