a uniform metre rule pivoted at R, the 70cm mark. Two forces 0.1 N and 0.4 N are applied at Q, the 60cm mark and S, the 85cm mark. If the metre rule us kept in equilibrium, by the forces, calculate the weight of the metre rule.

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a uniform metre rule pivoted at R,  the 70cm mark.  Two forces 0.1 N and 0.4 N are applied at Q,  the 60cm mark and S, the 85cm mark.  If the metre rule us kept in equilibrium, by the forces, calculate the weight of the metre rule.

R_scott · Accepted Answer

the center of mass of the rule is at 50 cm using the 70 cm pivot ... (20 * w) + (10 * 0.1) = 15 * 0.4 solve for w

Richard · Answer

Please explain what led to that formular..... and how did you get 20...... What I know is moment =force * distance

R_scott · Answer

the rule is in equilibrium , so the moments are balanced (equal and opposite) around the pivot point the 20 is the distance from the pivot to the center of mass of the rule

Ramota · Answer

I don't get it well