Question: A square metal plate 0.180 m on each side is pivoted about an axis through point 0 at its center and perpendicular to the

A square metal plate 0.180 m on each side is pivoted about 

A square metal plate 0.180 m on each side is pivoted about an axis through point 0 at its center and perpendicular to the plate (Figure 1). For related problemsolving tips and strategies, you may want to view a Video Tutor Solution of Applying a torque. Figure F2 F1 0.180 m 45 Calculate the net torque about this axis due to the three forces shown in the figure if the magnitudes of the forces are Fi = 19.0 N, F2 = 15.2 N, and F3 = 16.4 N. The plate and all forces are in the plane of the page. Take positive torques to be counterclockwise. 0.180 m

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