alleryA force acts directly toward a pivot along the radius. What is its torque?
AConstant speed
BZero torque
CMaximum torque
DNegative mass
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Zero torque
A radial force is parallel to the position vector and produces no torque.
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