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In the following lever system, what is the clockwise torque? Download gif
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There are two pairs here, caused by the force at each end. Torque = (force) x (distance from pivot)Left end: = Pair (300N) x (1m) = 300 N-m counterclockwiseRight end: torque = (200 N) x (6m) = 1200 N-m clockwiseThe net torque is (1200 - 300) = 900 N-m clockwise .