If the meterstick is not level, the angle between force and lever arm will not be $90$ for the non$-$tension forces. In this case, how will the torques created by these forces change $($compared to a correct set$-$up with the meterstick in a horizontal position$)?$

The torques will be larger.

The torques will be smaller.

The torques will not change.

They will be smaller unless the string makes an angle larger than $90$ to the meterstick.