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#force at rotation axis

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What is the effect of a force applied at the axis of rotation on a rigid body?

A force applied at the axis (r = 0) produces no torque (τ = rFsin⁡θ = 0), so it cannot cause rotation about that axis. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to It causes no rotation. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option B is scientifically correct.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Physics, Thermal Properties and Gravitation.