Suppose the force \(\vec{F}_{\mathrm{pc}}^{\mathrm{c}}\) in Exercise 12.4 gives the center of mass of the crate an acceleration \(\vec{a}_{\mathrm{cm}}\). Would this acceleration be greater, smaller, or the same if the force were exerted exactly at the center of the crate?

Data from Exercise12.4
You are moving a large crate mounted on swivel wheels, exerting an off-center force \(\vec{F}_{\mathrm{pc}}^{\mathrm{c}}\) as shown in Figure 12.12. Draw an extended free-body diagram for the crate. You can ignore any friction in the wheels.

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Figure 12.12