Statement -1: It is harder to open and shut the door if we apply force near the hinge
Statement -2: Torque is maximum at hinge of the door.

(A) : It is harder to open and shut the door if we apply force near the hinge. (R ) : Torque due to a given force is maximum at hinge of the door.

(A) : It is harder to open and shut the door if we apply force near the hinge. (R ) : Torque due to a given force is maximum at hinge of the door.

We cannot open or close the door by applying force at the hinges. Why?

A : It is very difficult to open or close a door if force is applied near the hinge. R : The moment of applied force is minimum near the hinge.

Why is it easier to open a door by applying the force at the free end of it.

Explain why it is difficult to open a door by pushing or pulling it near the hinge.