$A$ door $1.2 \,m$ wide requires a force of $1 \,N$ to be applied perpendicularly at the free end to open or close it. The perpendicular force required at a point $0.2 \,m$ distant from the hinges for opening or closing the door is: (in $\,N$)

  • A
    $2.4$
  • B
    $3.6$
  • C
    $6.0$
  • D
    $1.2$

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