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Explain stable equilibrium.

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A uniform metre scale is in equilibrium as shown in the diagram :

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Calculate the weight of the metre scale.
Which of the following options is correct to keep the ruler in equilibrium when 40 gf weight is shifted to 0 cm mark?
F is shifted towards 0 cm or F is shifted towards 100 cm.

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