Scalar Moment around a point due to a force

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The discussion focuses on calculating the scalar moment around a point due to a force using the formula MO = Fd, where F is the force magnitude and d is the perpendicular distance. The force magnitude is given as 580 lb, with its components calculated to be 410 lb each at a 45-degree angle. The user initially struggled with the calculations involving the distances and components but ultimately resolved the issue independently.

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Homework Statement


In two dimensions, the moment of a force can be calculated using the scalar method, MO=Fd, where F is the magnitude of the force and d is the perpendicular distance from the line of force to the point where the moment is being considered.

Using the scalar method, calculate the moment about O due to F.

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r = 2.50 ft and F has magnitude F = 580 lb.

The Attempt at a Solution



I've calculated the x and y components of the force, each being 410 lb, due to the angle being 45
Also using the angles I calculated the x and y distances being 1.77 and then 1.77 + 2.5?

I do the f*d multiplied and added up for 1.77*410*2 and it's wrong
I then divided that by 2, and it was wrong.
I then did the (2.55+1.77*410)+(1.77*410) and it says that's wrong too.

What am I doing wrong?
 
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