If the torque required to loosen a nut on a wheel has a magnitude of 40.0 N·m and the force exerted by a mechanic is 133 N, how far from the nut must the mechanic apply the force? Question 7 options:

1.) 0.15 m
2.) 0.6 m
3.) 0.3 m
4.) 1.2 m

3.) 0.3 m

Explanation:

Given parameters:

Torque  = 40Nm

Force = 133N

Unknown:

Distance from the nut that the mechanic must apply the force  = ?

Solution:

Torque is the force that causes an object to rotate on its axis;

  Torque  = force x distance

   Distance  =  = 0.3m