Question 8
Equilibrium of ForcesA force of 5 N acts at a point Y on a rod XYZ as shown in the diagram above. If XY is 2 m, what is the moment of the force about point X?
- A.0 N m
- B.3 N m
- C.7 N m
- D.10 N m
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (0 N m)
Explanation
The force acts along the rod itself, so its line of action passes through X. The perpendicular distance is zero and so is the moment.