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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