CAIE M2 2017 November — Question 5

Exam BoardCAIE
ModuleM2 (Mechanics 2)
Year2017
SessionNovember
TopicMoments

5
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\(O A B\) is a uniform lamina in the shape of a quadrant of a circle with centre \(O\) and radius 0.8 m which has its centre of mass at \(G\). The lamina is smoothly hinged at \(A\) to a fixed point and is free to rotate in a vertical plane. A horizontal force of magnitude 12 N acting in the plane of the lamina is applied to the lamina at \(B\). The lamina is in equilibrium with \(A G\) horizontal (see diagram).
  1. Calculate the length \(A G\).
  2. Find the weight of the lamina.