College Physics (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32160-183-1
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Chapter 8 - Rotational Motion and Equilibrium - Learning Path Questions and Exercises - Conceptual Questions - Page 302: 4

Answer

It is not possible to tell which force will have larger torque. $Torque=F\times r$ So, the torque also depends on the distance r. Hence, it is not possible to tell just by looking at the force.

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It is not possible to tell which force will have larger torque. $Torque=F\times r$ So, the torque also depends on the distance r. Hence, it is not possible to tell just by looking at the force.
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