To loosen a very tight bolt with less applied force, a mechanic should generally use a wrench that is
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Correct answer to question 198 (Mechanical Comprehension): longer, to increase the moment arm
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Since torque equals force times moment arm length, a longer wrench produces the same torque with less applied force.
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