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What is a moment?

The rotational or turning effect of a force.

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What is the pivot?

The central point or hinge around which an object rotates.

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What is the formula for a moment?

Moment = Force x Perpendicular Distance.

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What are the units for a moment?

Newton-meters (Nm).

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Why is 'perpendicular' distance important?

Because the turning effect is only maximized when the force is applied at a right angle to the pivot distance.

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When is a seesaw perfectly balanced?

When the total clockwise moment is exactly equal to the total anticlockwise moment.