A rod of length 6 m has a mass 12 kg. It is hinged at one end A at a distance of 3 m…

Physics · JEE Advanced · NTA ExamsProperties of Solids and Liquids


A rod of length 6 m has a mass 12 kg. It is hinged at one end A at a distance of 3 m below the water surface. The specific gravity of the material of rod is 0.5 .
 
Find the magnitude and direction of the force exerted by the hinge on the rod.
  1. \(\frac{17}{3}\)kgf in the downward direction
  2. 8 kgf in the downward direction
  3. 4 kgf in the downward direction
  4. 5 kgf in the downward direction

Answer

(A) 17 3 kgf in the downward direction

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