Multiple choice

A cantilever type gate hinged at Q is shown in the figure. P and R are the centers of gravity of the cantilever part and the counter weight respectively. The mass of the cantilever part is 75 kg. The mass of the counter weight, for static balance is

  1. 75 kg

  2. 150 kg

  3. 225 kg

  4. 300 kg

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D Correct answer
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