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Turning force (Moment) measured in Newton metres is equal to Force (Newtons) multiplied by Distance (metres).

Or to put it mathematically: Moment (Nm) = Force (N) x Distance (m)

The larger the distance the greater the moment.

The greater the force the greater the moment.

The greater the distance the smaller the force needs to be.

This means that a long screwdriver will prise open a paint can lid much easier than a coin will. This also means that a longer spanner will unscrew a nut easier than a small one (or indeed your hands).

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