Answer to Question #126804 in Classical Mechanics for Evans

Question

In mechanics, we can apply a force along any point on the line of action of the force without changing the effect of the force on the body. This is only permissible if:

A. We consider the body to deformable or non-rigid
B. We consider the body to a rigid body
C. The force is not too large
D. None

Answer 1

Answer B. We consider the body to a rigid body