A mechanic uses a wrench to loosen a nut. Which formula correctly represents the magnitude of the torque applied at an angle θ?
Q1. A mechanic uses a wrench to loosen a nut. Which formula correctly represents the magnitude of the torque applied at an angle θ?
Answer: τ = r F sinθ
Explanation: Torque is the product of force and the perpendicular distance (l = r sinθ). Option B fails because it uses the parallel component.