Two Equal-Magnitude Forces Are Applied to a Door at the Doorknob.The

Multiple Choice

Two equal-magnitude forces are applied to a door at the doorknob.The first force is applied perpendicular to the door,and the second force is applied at 30° to the plane of the door.Which force exerts the greater torque about the door hinge?

A) the first force (applied perpendicular to the door)
B) the second force (applied at an angle)
C) Both forces exert equal non-zero torques.
D) Both forces exert zero torque.