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Torque Due to Weight
14. Torque & Rotational Dynamics / Torque Due to Weight / Problem 1

A gymnast is performing on a balance beam. If the gymnast exerts a torque of 1200 m·N relative to the right support post, and the length of the balance beam is 3.5 m, what is the mass of the gymnast?
A gymnast on a green balance beam, 3.5 m long, illustrating torque concepts.

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