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This study guide covers torque in AP Physics C: Mechanics, including the concept of torque as a rotational force, the importance of the perpendicular force component and lever arm, visualizing torque with force diagrams, calculating torque using the cross-product, and strategic tips for the AP exam.
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Question 1 of 8
A wrench is used to tighten a bolt. 💪 If you apply a force perpendicular to the wrench handle, which distance is the lever arm?
The length of the wrench handle from the bolt to where the force is applied
The length of the bolt itself
The diameter of the bolt
The distance from your hand to the floor