Question
Look at the equation below. It is used to calculate moments. What units are used for d? Give the symbol, not the full name. Enter your answer M=Ftimes d
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Answer
The unit used for 'd' in the Moment calculation equation,
, is typically a meter, the symbol is 'm'.
Explanation
In the formula
, 'M' stands for the moment (or torque), 'F' is the force applied and 'd' is the distance from the pivot (fulcrum) where the force is applied.In this equation, 'd' denotes the distance from the point at which the force is applied to the pivot point. The unit of measurement for 'd' typically used within international science and engineering communities is a meter, symbolized as 'm', according to the International System of Units (SI).