Two forces equal in magnitude and opposite in direction, acting on an object at two different points, form what is called a couple. Two antiparallel forces with equal magnitudes F₁ = F₂ = 8.60 N are applied to a rod as shown in the figure (Figure 1). What should the distance I between the forces be if they are to provide a net torque of 5.50 N-m about the point on the rod where F₂ is applied? Express your answer in meters. – ΑΣΦ Figure 3.00 m- ? m TE

Two forces equal in magnitude and opposite in direction, acting on an object at two different points, form what is called a couple. Two antiparallel forces with equal magnitudes F₁ = F₂ = 8.60 N are applied to a rod as shown in the figure (Figure 1). What should the distance I between the forces be if they are to provide a net torque of 5.50 N-m about the point on the rod where F₂ is applied? Express your answer in meters. – ΑΣΦ Figure 3.00 m- ? m TE