OCR M2 2011 January — Question 8

Exam BoardOCR
ModuleM2 (Mechanics 2)
Year2011
SessionJanuary
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TopicMoments
TypeLamina hinged at point with string support
DifficultyStandard +0.3 This is a standard M2 moments question involving a hinged lamina with string support. It requires taking moments about the hinge, resolving forces, and applying equilibrium conditions—all routine techniques for this module. The multi-part structure guides students through the problem systematically, making it slightly easier than average for M2.

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