If you need 40.0 Nm of torque in order to loosen a nut on a wn

need 40.0 Nm of torque in order to loosen a nut on a wheel and a mechanic has a

maximum force of 133 N, how far from the nut must the mechanic apply the force

loosen it?

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Harriet

13 May, 13:45

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Kaitlynn Ward · Answer 1

0.301 m

Explanation:

Torque = Force * Radius

τ = Fr

40.0 Nm = 133 N * r

r = 0.301 m

The mechanic must apply the force 0.301 m from the nut.

If you need 40.0 Nm of torque in order to loosen a nut on a wnneed 40.0 Nm of torque in order to loosen a nut on a wheel and a mechanic has amaximum force of 133 N, how far from the nut must the mechanic apply the forceloosen it?