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I asked one of the graduate teaching assistants about this and he was able to help me figure this out. I simply forgot that the center of mass is where gravity is pulling down on the rod.

Would it just be gravity and the force pushing the rod upwards?

The net torque would equal zero.

Hey, folks! So upon studying for my Physics final tomorrow, I came across this question on the practice exam, which I know the answer is D from the solution key. However, I'm not sure how to get that for the answer. 1. Homework Statement Homework Equations τ = rA × Fnet LA = Ltrans, A + Lrot...

What kind of suits do lawyers wear to court? Lawsuits

I appreciate the pointers, Charles! However, I eventually figured what I did wrong. I simply made a mistake while plugging in my numbers.

Hello again, everyone. Have a multivariate calculus question this time around. If anyone can point me in the right direction and help me see where WebAssign finds me wrong, it would be greatly appreciated. 1. Homework Statement Homework Equations ∫∫ScurlF ⋅ dS = ∫CF ⋅ dr The Attempt at a...

Hi, everyone! Just thought I would give myself a proper introduction! Pleasure to meet everyone!

Ah, I see what the issue was. Thanks, guys!

Hello, folks! So, I've come across this question on my Physics homework, and I'm not entirely sure how to finish all the parts. I've included the parts I've gotten correct and what I've gone to get those answers. Use the exact values you enter in previous answer(s) to make later calculation(s)...