The length of a bicycle pedal arm is 0.152 m.  If a downward force of 85 is applied to the pedal by the rider at an angle of rotation of the pedals 30 degrees from the vertical determine the torque exerted on the bicycle.  Hint:  Draw a sketch to make sure you have the angles right.  The correct units for torque are Nm.

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The length of a bicycle pedal arm is 0.152 m.  If a downward force of 85 is applied to the pedal by the rider at an angle of rotation of the pedals 30 degrees from the vertical determine the torque exerted on the bicycle.  Hint:  Draw a sketch to make sure you have the angles right.  The correct units for torque are Nm.

 
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