stackyFACTSTrying to push a heavy door open by pressing aggressively near the hinges is a fantastic way to look incredibly weak. Torque dictates that rotational force heavily depends on distance from the pivot. Putting the handle on the far edge acts as a massive lever, letting you easily outsmart the heavy wood with minimal physical effort.
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