JEE Main Physics question

**Statement 1:** It is harder to open and shut a door if we apply the force near the hinge.

**Statement 2:** Torque is maximum at the hinge of the door.

(A)Assertion is True, Reason is True; Reason is correct explanation for Assertion
(B)Assertion is True, Reason is True; Reason is not correct explanation for Assertion
(C)Assertion is True, Reason is FalseCorrect
(D)Assertion is False, Reason is True

Answer: (C)

Solution

Since , a smaller lever arm (near the hinge) needs a larger force for the same torque, making it harder to move the door — Statement 1 is True. But

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Question ID VK-159168