$A$ door $1.2 \,m$ wide requires a force of $1 \,N$ to be applied perpendicularly at the free end to open or close it. The perpendicular force required at a point $0.2 \,m$ distant from the hinges for opening or closing the door is: (in $\,N$)
- A$2.4$
- B$3.6$
- C$6.0$
- D$1.2$
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