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When a tree is cut, the cutter makes a cut on the side facing the direction in which he wants it to fall. Why ? Explain.

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To understand why a cutter makes a cut on the side of the tree facing the direction in which he wants it to fall, we can break down the explanation into several steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Torque**: - Torque is a measure of the rotational force acting on an object. In the case of a tree, when it is standing upright, its weight (mg) acts downwards at its center of mass. 2. **Point of Cut**: ...
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