9. Using your knowledge of the torque and cross product, describe the criteria needed to maximize the torque for any fixed points. (5 points)
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Torque is defined as the cross product of the force applied and the distance from the point of rotation. Mathematically, torque (τ) can be represented as τ = r x F, where r is the position vector from the point of rotation to the point where the force is applied, Show more…
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