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Lena
10 days ago
9

When you apply the torque equation ∑τ = 0 to an object in equilibrium, the axis about which torques are calculated:

Physics
1 answer:
Softa [913]10 days ago
3 0

Answer:

option D.

Explanation:

The correct choice is option D.

For an object in equilibrium, the torque measured at any point will be zero.

An object is deemed to be in equilibrium when the net moment acting on it equals zero.

If the object experiences a net moment not equal to zero, it will rotate and will not remain stable.

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