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Stand facing the edge of an open door, one foot on each side of the door. You will find that you are not able to stand on your toes. Why?

Stand facing the edge of an open door, one foot on each side of the door. You will find that you are not able to stand on your toes. Why?

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Jitender Pal
askIITians Faculty 365 Points
8 years ago
When facing the edge of the door and attempting to stand on your toes, there must be a forward shift in the center of gravity. This is necessary to balance against the torque provided by gravity and is possible only when you lean a bit forward. However, because of the door there is no space for you to do the same and therefore you will find it impossible to stand on your toes.

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