If the torque required to loosen a nut that

is holding a flat tire in place on a car has a
magnitude of 44 N · m, what minimum force
must be exerted by the mechanic at the end
of a 20 cm-long wrench to loosen the nut?
Answer in units of N

2 answers

F * 0.20 m > 44 N m

Solve the inequality for F.

F > ____ N, the minimum value to loosen the nut
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