is an equilateral triangle with 
as its center. 
, and 
represent three forces acting along the sides 
, 
, and 
, respectively. If the total torque about 
is zero, then the magnitude of 
is
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
Torque about 
,
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