Determining moment (or torque) around a certain point on a wrench

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The discussion centers on calculating torque around a point on a wrench, specifically analyzing three potential solutions: 163 in-lb clockwise, 163 in-lb counterclockwise, and 82.7 in-lb clockwise. The user, Rildude, initially calculated 82.7 in-lb but found it incorrect. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the direction and application of force, particularly when applied at a 30-degree angle and with a 1-inch offset from the pivot point.

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Homework Statement
How much moment (or torque) is produced about point O by the wrench in the situation below?
Relevant Equations
Varignon’s theorem (principle of moments) (sum of forces and moments must be equal)
Here's a diagram of the problem. There are 3 possible solutions: 163 in-lb clockwise, 163 in-lb counterclockwise, 82.7 clockwise or none of them. After attempting the problem the closest I got to was 82.7 but that was wrong so I'm still stuck.
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Welcome, Rildude :cool:

Please, show us your work so far.

If the applied 20 pounds of force were perfectly vertical, how much the value of the resultant torque would be?
From that value, how much less torque on O the 30-degree direction of application and the 1-inch off set would cause?
 

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