Question 1

Question 1

Moment and Couple question 1

What is the weight of the concrete block required to prevent the crane from toppling?

What is the weight of the concrete block required to prevent the crane from toppling?

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Step 1:
Calculate moment caused by crane load

Step 1:
Calculate moment caused by crane load

Moment and Couple solution step 1

Step 2:
Calculate weight of concrete block required to balance crane load

Step 2:
Calculate weight of concrete block required to balance crane load

Moment and Couple solution step 2

Useful formula:

Useful formula:

Moment and Couple formula

Now that you've mastered this question, you can try Question 2.