The algebraic sum of moments of the forces forming couple about any point in their plane is (A) Equal to the moment of the couple (B) Constant (C) Both of above are correct (D) Both of above are wrong

The algebraic sum of moments of the forces forming couple about any point in their plane is 

(A) Equal to the moment of the couple 

(B) Constant 

(C) Both of above are correct 

(D) Both of above are wrong 

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(A) Equal to the moment of the couple 

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