first, torque is equal to force times the distance. for the first force that is applied, the torque is zero because is applied at the hinge. so the net torque:
t = ( 12 N ) ( 0 m ) ( cos 30 ) + ( 12 N ) ( 1.68 m ) cos 45
t = 14.26 Nm is the torque with respect to the hinge
