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OS-UP-12-29 · OpenStax University Physics Volume 1

Conditions for Static Equilibrium (Problem 29)

Two children push on opposite sides of a door during play. Both push horizontally and perpendicular to the door. One child pushes with a force of 17.5 N at a distance of 0.600 m from the hinges, and the second child pushes at a distance of 0.450 m. What force must the second child exert to keep the door from moving? Assume friction is negligible.