When we use the scissors to cut an object, which of the following statements is correct?
A The pivot is at the rotation axis in the middle of the scissors.
B The forces applied by the hand form a couple.
C The force applied on the scissors by the hand is always equal to the force applied on the object by the scissors.
D The net torque about the pivot is zero.
The answer is A. Can you tell me why? Can you give me a detailed explanation for each option.
thank you.