Find the magnitude of the force

In summary, to find the magnitude of the force needed to supply 100J of torque to the bolt, we can use the formula T = r x F and solve for the determinant. However, the answer may be incorrect because the magnitude of the force should also be taken into account, which can be found using the formula sqrt((3x)^2 + (-4x)^2) = 416.7 N.
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munther
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A wrench 30cm long lies along the positive y-axis and grips a bolt in the origin. A force is applied in the
direction < 0; 3; -4 > at the end of the wrench. Find the magnitude of the force needed to supply 100J of
torque to the bolt.

how can i solve it?

r=<0,.3,0>
F=<0,3,4>
T= r X F =100
then i solved it by finding the det = 100

|i j k|
|0 .3 0| = 100
|0 3x -4x|

then x = 83.333 N

but the answer is wrong Why?
 
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you get x = 83.333

but the magniture of the force is sqrt((3x)^2 + (-4x)^2 ) = 416.7 N

magnitude of vector v=(a,b,c) is sqrt(aa + bb+ cc)
 

FAQ: Find the magnitude of the force

1. What is the definition of magnitude of force?

The magnitude of force is the measure of the strength or intensity of a force. It is represented by a numerical value and a unit of measurement, such as Newtons (N) or pounds (lb).

2. How is the magnitude of force calculated?

The magnitude of force is calculated using the formula F = ma, where F is the force, m is the mass of the object, and a is the acceleration. This formula is derived from Newton's Second Law of Motion.

3. Can the magnitude of force be negative?

Yes, the magnitude of force can be negative. This means that the force is acting in the opposite direction of the chosen reference point or coordinate system. However, the magnitude will always be represented as a positive value.

4. How is the magnitude of force different from the net force?

The magnitude of force is the measure of the strength of a single force acting on an object, while the net force is the sum of all the forces acting on an object. The net force takes into account the direction of each individual force, while the magnitude only considers the strength.

5. How does the magnitude of force affect the motion of an object?

The magnitude of force directly affects the acceleration of an object. The greater the magnitude of force, the greater the acceleration, according to Newton's Second Law. Therefore, a larger force will cause an object to move faster or change direction more quickly.

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