PIRA 1J40.20 Resolution of Forces: Meter Stick Balance

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Photo shows the demonstration used at the University of Texas at Austin.

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Instructions / Notes:

• A fulcrum and a half a meter stick are provided along with three identical masses.

• Place the masses on the hooks at each end of the meter stick so that the two opposing torques balance.

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