F=ma 2024 Problem 12

Physics · mechanics

Problem

Question: A space probe with mass

m

at point P traverses through a cluster of three asteroids,at points A, B, and C. The masses and locations of the asteroids are shown in the figure. What is the torque on the probe about point C? (A)

\frac{1}{2\sqrt{2}} \frac{GMm}{d}

. (B)

\frac{1}{2} \frac{GMm}{d}

. (C)

\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}\frac{GMm}{d}

. (D)

\frac{GMm}{d}

. (E)

\frac{\sqrt{2}GMm}{d}

. *Note: This problem references figure(s): `image_question/F=MA_2024_12_1.png`*

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