The lid of a grand piano is propped open as shown. Which arrow most closely approximates the direction of the force that the hinge exerts on the lid? Assume that the prop exerts a force in parallel to the prop’s length. (Hint: Draw a torque diagram of the lid.)
A. A
B. B
C. C
D. D
E. E
F. F
T. T
F. F
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