Moments (AQA A-Level Mathematics): Quizzes
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How is moment (torque) calculated about a pivot point?
How is moment (torque) calculated about a pivot point?
Force × perpendicular distance
Why is the centre of mass position important for tilting?
Why is the centre of mass position important for tilting?
Determines if object will tilt
What happens to the normal force at one edge as an object begins to tilt?
What happens to the normal force at one edge as an object begins to tilt?
Decreases to zero
When does an object begin to tilt?
When does an object begin to tilt?
Line of action passes outside base
For a box with horizontal force at height , what is the moment of about the base edge?
For a box with horizontal force at height , what is the moment of about the base edge?
What is the minimum force to tilt a box of mass , width , height ?
What is the minimum force to tilt a box of mass , width , height ?
A kg box ( m, m, m/s²) needs what force to tilt?
A kg box ( m, m, m/s²) needs what force to tilt?
N
Which method helps prevent an object from tilting?
Which method helps prevent an object from tilting?
Widening the base
How does lowering the centre of mass affect tilting?
How does lowering the centre of mass affect tilting?
Makes tilting less likely
What effect does adding weight at the base have on tilting?
What effect does adding weight at the base have on tilting?
Counteracts the tilting moment