Find the moment M_O about P of a 1000N force

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The discussion revolves around determining the moment M_O about point P due to a 1000N force. Participants clarify the confusion regarding the labeling of points A, P, and O in the problem diagram. One user seeks confirmation on whether point P should be identified as point A and if the moment M_O should be calculated at point P. The consensus is that the problem's labeling is indeed incorrect, leading to the confusion. Accurate identification of points is crucial for solving the problem correctly.
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If I'm correct with what I am about to say then, I get this problem but, I want to make sure that I truly get it and am not thinking some incorrect thing and believing it to be true. Basically, can someone please tell me if the point P on the diagram should be point A and whether the 0 or M_O point should be point P?

If what I said is confusing, tell me and I will rephrase it.
Thanks in advance!
 

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Yes you are right the problem messed up the P and A and O big time
 
Thanks for the confirmation. :)
 

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