Does a uniform system always indicate rotational equilibrium in torque problems?

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Homework Statement


When you are given a torque question and it says that the beam or rigid body is "uniform", does that automatically mean rotational equilibrium (ΣT (torque) = 0 )?



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No, it means that the mass of the body is evenly distributed throughout its volume. Together with the shape and size of the body, this allows you to calculate the its moment of inertia.
 

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