Two children of mass 16 kg and 39 kg sit balanced on a seesaw with the pivot point located at the center of the seesaw. If the children are separated by a distance of 4 m, at what distance from the pivot point is the small child sitting in order to maintain the balance? m

Two children of mass 16 kg and 39 kg sit balanced on a seesaw with the pivot point located at the center of the seesaw. If the children are separated by a distance of 4 m, at what distance from the pivot point is the small child sitting in order to maintain the balance? m

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Rotational Equilibrium And Rotational Dynamics

In physics, the state of balance between the forces and the dynamics of motion is called the equilibrium state. The balance between various forces acting on a system in a rotational motion is called rotational equilibrium or rotational dynamics.

Equilibrium of Forces

The tension created on one body during push or pull is known as force.

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**Physics Problem: Balancing a Seesaw**

**Problem Statement:**

Two children of mass 16 kg and 39 kg sit balanced on a seesaw with the pivot point located at the center of the seesaw. If the children are separated by a distance of 4 meters, at what distance from the pivot point is the small child sitting in order to maintain the balance?

**Answer:**

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**Solution Explanation:**

This problem involves calculating the position of the smaller mass to maintain mechanical equilibrium given the constraints of the seesaw system.

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