Solving for Net Torque: W = Torque * Distance

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The discussion revolves around calculating net torque using the formula W = Torque * distance. The user initially calculated the net torque as 0.06 but faced issues with the distance moved, initially assuming it was 2 m instead of the correct 1 m. After realizing the error, they confirmed that the torques act in the same direction. The user expressed frustration over not finding a delete option for the thread. The conversation highlights the importance of accurately interpreting problem statements in physics calculations.
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Homework Statement



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Homework Equations



W = Torque * distance

3. The Attempt at a Solution


The net torque is 8*.09-11*.06 = .06, and the distance moved is 4pi, because 2 full rotations, but this is not one of the choices...
 
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Edit: never mind, delete the thread. (I cannot find delete button)

Edit 2: Replaced with new problem, that I do need help with.
 
The question states that the amount of string unraveled is 1 m, not 2 m. (Oops, I did not see your second post.)
 
minimario said:
The net torque is 8*.09-11*.06 = .06, and the distance moved is 4pi, because 2 full rotations, but this is not one of the choices...

Note that the torques act in the same direction.
 
Thanks, got it now!
 
The book claims the answer is that all the magnitudes are the same because "the gravitational force on the penguin is the same". I'm having trouble understanding this. I thought the buoyant force was equal to the weight of the fluid displaced. Weight depends on mass which depends on density. Therefore, due to the differing densities the buoyant force will be different in each case? Is this incorrect?

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