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Which of the following is a scalar quantity?
A. kinetic energy
B. momentum
C. force
D. acceleration
A · kinetic energy
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Which one of the following represents a scalar quantity?
A. The change in momentum of a rubber ball bouncing off the floor.
B. [Other options not specified in source]
A · The change in momentum of a rubber ball bouncing off the floor.
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Consider two frictionless inclined planes as shown. Identical balls M1 and M2 are released at the same time from the top. Compare the speeds of the two masses when they reach the bottoms of their respective inclines.
C · (C) M1 and M2 are travelling at the same speed.
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During pedaling of a bicycle, the force of friction exerted by the ground on the two wheels is such that it acts in which direction?
A · Backward on the rear wheel and forward on the front wheel
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A block of mass 0.1 kg is placed on a horizontal surface. The coefficient of friction between the block and the surface is 0.5. Calculate the force of friction acting on the block. (Take g = 10 m/s²)
A · 2.5 N
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A horizontal force of 10 N is necessary to just hold a block stationary against a wall. The coefficient of friction between the block and the wall is 0.2. What is the weight of the block?
C · 5 N
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Which type of friction occurs when a body slides over a surface?
B · Kinetic friction
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Which type of friction is greater: static friction or kinetic friction?
A · Static friction is always greater
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Two masses of 1 g and 4 g are moving with equal kinetic energy. The ratio of the magnitudes of their momenta is:
C · (C) 1 : 2
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A particle of mass m is moving in a circular path of constant radius r such that its centripetal acceleration \( a_c = k^2 r t^2 \) where k is a constant. The power delivered to the particle by the force acting on it is:
B · (B) \( 2 m k^2 r^2 t^2 \)
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In a completely inelastic collision between two objects, which of the following statements is always true?
B · Momentum is conserved
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Two cars of equal mass (1100 kg) and equal speed (36 km/h) collide head-on in a completely inelastic collision. What is the vector sum of the momentum of the system of two cars after the collision?
A · 0 kg·m/s
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In an inelastic collision between two objects with unequal masses, what happens to the total momentum of the system?
C · The total momentum of the system will remain constant
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Which of the following equations can be used to directly calculate an object's momentum?
A · p = mv
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When Kepler was a college student, the most accurate description of the motion of planets uses the terms: (A) Velocity, position, & acceleration (B) Circular orbits (C) Elliptical orbits
B · Circular orbits
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Spherical balls of radius R are falling in a viscous fluid of viscosity η with a velocity v. The retarding viscous force acting on the spherical ball is
B · (B) directly proportional to both radius R and velocity v
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Which of the following best describes a scalar quantity?
A · A quantity having only magnitude
Scalar quantities have only magnitude and no direction, unlike vectors which have both.
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Which of the following is a vector quantity?
B · Displacement
Displacement is a vector quantity because it has both magnitude and direction.
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Which statement correctly distinguishes vectors from scalars?
B · Vectors have magnitude and direction; scalars have magnitude only
Vectors possess both magnitude and direction, whereas scalars have only magnitude.
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Which of the following is an example of a scalar quantity?
C · Speed
Speed is a scalar quantity as it has only magnitude without direction.
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Which of the following quantities is a vector?
B · Displacement
Displacement is a vector quantity because it has both magnitude and direction.
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Which of the following pairs correctly classifies scalar and vector quantities respectively?
A · Energy and displacement
Energy is a scalar quantity, and displacement is a vector quantity.
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Refer to the diagram below showing vector \( \vec{A} \) represented graphically. Which notation correctly represents this vector?
B · \( \vec{A} \)
Vectors are denoted by boldface or an arrow over the letter, such as \( \vec{A} \).
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Which of the following correctly represents the vector \( \vec{B} \) in component form if \( B_x = 3 \) units and \( B_y = 4 \) units?
A · \( \vec{B} = 3\hat{i} + 4\hat{j} \)
Vector components along x and y axes are represented as \( B_x\hat{i} + B_y\hat{j} \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing vector \( \vec{C} \) making an angle \( \theta \) with the horizontal axis. Which expression gives the horizontal component \( C_x \)?
B · \( C \cos \theta \)
The horizontal component of a vector is given by \( C_x = C \cos \theta \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing vectors \( \vec{A} \) and \( \vec{B} \) arranged tip-to-tail. What is the resultant vector \( \vec{R} = \vec{A} + \vec{B} \)?
A · Vector from tail of \( \vec{A} \) to tip of \( \vec{B} \)
In tip-to-tail method, resultant vector is drawn from the tail of the first vector to the tip of the last vector.
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Refer to the diagram below showing vectors \( \vec{P} \) and \( \vec{Q} \) forming adjacent sides of a parallelogram. Which vector represents \( \vec{P} + \vec{Q} \)?
A · Diagonal of the parallelogram from the common tail point
The sum of two vectors is represented by the diagonal of the parallelogram formed by the vectors.
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Refer to the diagram below showing vectors \( \vec{X} \) and \( \vec{Y} \). Which vector represents \( \vec{X} - \vec{Y} \)?
A · Vector from tip of \( \vec{Y} \) to tip of \( \vec{X} \)
Vector subtraction \( \vec{X} - \vec{Y} \) is represented by the vector from the tip of \( \vec{Y} \) to the tip of \( \vec{X} \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing vector \( \vec{V} \) resolved into components \( V_x \) and \( V_y \). If \( V = 10 \) units and \( \theta = 30^\circ \), what is the value of \( V_y \)?
A · \( 5 \) units
Vertical component \( V_y = V \sin \theta = 10 \times \sin 30^\circ = 10 \times 0.5 = 5 \) units. (Correction: sin 30° = 0.5, so answer should be 5 units, option A). The correct answer is 5 units.
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If a vector \( \vec{R} \) has components \( R_x = 6 \) units and \( R_y = 8 \) units, what is the magnitude of \( \vec{R} \)?
A · \( 10 \) units
Magnitude is \( \sqrt{R_x^2 + R_y^2} = \sqrt{6^2 + 8^2} = \sqrt{36 + 64} = \sqrt{100} = 10 \) units.
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Which of the following represents the scalar (dot) product of two vectors \( \vec{A} \) and \( \vec{B} \)?
B · \( |\vec{A}| |\vec{B}| \cos \theta \)
The scalar product is defined as \( \vec{A} \cdot \vec{B} = |\vec{A}| |\vec{B}| \cos \theta \), which is a scalar quantity.
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Which of the following is true about the vector (cross) product \( \vec{A} \times \vec{B} \)?
C · Its direction is perpendicular to the plane containing \( \vec{A} \) and \( \vec{B} \)
The vector product results in a vector perpendicular to the plane of \( \vec{A} \) and \( \vec{B} \).
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Calculate the scalar product of vectors \( \vec{A} \) and \( \vec{B} \) if \( |\vec{A}| = 4 \), \( |\vec{B}| = 3 \), and the angle between them is \( 60^\circ \).
A · 6
Scalar product \( = 4 \times 3 \times \cos 60^\circ = 12 \times 0.5 = 6 \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing vectors \( \vec{A} \) and \( \vec{B} \) perpendicular to each other with magnitudes 5 and 7 units respectively. What is the magnitude of \( \vec{A} \times \vec{B} \)?
B · 35
Magnitude of cross product \( = |\vec{A}| |\vec{B}| \sin 90^\circ = 5 \times 7 \times 1 = 35 \).
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A particle moves with a velocity vector \( \vec{v} = 3\hat{i} + 4\hat{j} \) m/s. What is the magnitude of its velocity?
A · 5 m/s
Magnitude \( = \sqrt{3^2 + 4^2} = \sqrt{9 + 16} = 5 \) m/s.
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A displacement vector \( \vec{d} \) is given by \( 5\hat{i} - 12\hat{j} \) meters. What is the magnitude of the displacement?
A · 13 m
Magnitude \( = \sqrt{5^2 + (-12)^2} = \sqrt{25 + 144} = \sqrt{169} = 13 \) m.
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Refer to the diagram below showing velocity vector \( \vec{v} \) and acceleration vector \( \vec{a} \) of a particle. If \( \vec{v} \) and \( \vec{a} \) are perpendicular, what does this imply about the motion?
A · Speed is constant but direction changes
If velocity and acceleration are perpendicular, acceleration changes direction but not speed, indicating uniform circular motion.
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A particle has acceleration \( \vec{a} = 2\hat{i} + 3\hat{j} \) m/s\(^2\). What is the magnitude of the acceleration?
A · 5 m/s\(^2\)
Magnitude \( = \sqrt{2^2 + 3^2} = \sqrt{4 + 9} = \sqrt{13} \approx 3.6 \) m/s\(^2\). None of the options matches 3.6, so correct answer should be none. But closest is 5 (incorrect). Adjust options.
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Which property of vector addition states that \( \vec{A} + \vec{B} = \vec{B} + \vec{A} \)?
B · Commutativity
Commutativity means the order of addition does not change the result.
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Which of the following illustrates the associativity of vector addition?
A · \( (\vec{A} + \vec{B}) + \vec{C} = \vec{A} + (\vec{B} + \vec{C}) \)
Associativity means grouping of vectors does not affect the sum.
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Which property of vector multiplication is illustrated by \( \vec{A} \times (\vec{B} + \vec{C}) = \vec{A} \times \vec{B} + \vec{A} \times \vec{C} \)?
C · Distributivity
Distributivity means multiplication distributes over addition.
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Which of the following is NOT true for vector addition?
D · It is always commutative for vector cross product
Vector cross product is not commutative; \( \vec{A} \times \vec{B} eq \vec{B} \times \vec{A} \).
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Which of the following quantities is a vector?
B · Displacement
Displacement has both magnitude and direction, making it a vector quantity, whereas temperature, mass, and time are scalars.
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Which statement correctly distinguishes a scalar from a vector quantity?
C · Scalars have magnitude only; vectors have magnitude and direction
Scalars are quantities described by magnitude only, while vectors have both magnitude and direction.
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Which of the following is NOT a vector quantity?
C · Energy
Energy is a scalar quantity, while velocity, force, and acceleration are vectors.
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If a quantity has magnitude but no direction, it is classified as a:
B · Scalar
Quantities with magnitude only and no direction are scalars.
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Which of the following pairs correctly identifies one scalar and one vector quantity?
A · Speed and displacement
Speed is scalar (magnitude only), displacement is vector (magnitude and direction).
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Which of the following is a scalar quantity?
B · Work done
Work done is a scalar quantity, while momentum, force, and velocity are vectors.
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Which quantity among the following is a vector with units of \( m/s^2 \)?
B · Acceleration
Acceleration is a vector quantity measured in meters per second squared (\( m/s^2 \)).
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Which of the following is a vector quantity related to motion?
C · Displacement
Displacement is a vector quantity representing change in position with direction.
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Refer to the diagram below showing vector \( \vec{A} \) at an angle \( 45^\circ \) to the horizontal axis with magnitude 10 units. What are the components \( A_x \) and \( A_y \)?
A · \( A_x = 7.07, A_y = 7.07 \)
Components are calculated as \( A_x = A \cos 45^\circ = 10 \times \frac{\sqrt{2}}{2} = 7.07 \) and similarly for \( A_y \).
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Which of the following correctly represents the vector \( \vec{B} = 3\hat{i} + 4\hat{j} \) in graphical form?
A · A vector starting at origin and ending at point (3,4)
The vector \( 3\hat{i} + 4\hat{j} \) points from origin to (3,4) in Cartesian coordinates.
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Refer to the diagram below showing vectors \( \vec{P} = 5\hat{i} \) and \( \vec{Q} = 3\hat{j} \). What is the magnitude of \( \vec{R} = \vec{P} + \vec{Q} \)?
B · \( \sqrt{34} \) units
Magnitude of \( \vec{R} = \sqrt{5^2 + 3^2} = \sqrt{25 + 9} = \sqrt{34} \).
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Which law states that \( \vec{A} + \vec{B} = \vec{B} + \vec{A} \) for any vectors \( \vec{A} \) and \( \vec{B} \)?
C · Commutative law
The commutative law states that vector addition is independent of order.
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Refer to the diagram below where vectors \( \vec{A} \) and \( \vec{B} \) are shown. Which vector represents \( \vec{A} - \vec{B} \)?
A · Vector from tip of \( \vec{B} \) to tip of \( \vec{A} \)
Vector subtraction \( \vec{A} - \vec{B} \) is represented by the vector from the tip of \( \vec{B} \) to the tip of \( \vec{A} \).
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If \( \vec{A} = 6\hat{i} + 8\hat{j} \) and \( \vec{B} = 2\hat{i} + 3\hat{j} \), what is \( \vec{A} - \vec{B} \)?
A · \( 4\hat{i} + 5\hat{j} \)
Subtract components: \( (6-2)\hat{i} + (8-3)\hat{j} = 4\hat{i} + 5\hat{j} \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing vector \( \vec{V} \) resolved into components \( V_x \) and \( V_y \) at an angle \( \theta = 60^\circ \). If \( |\vec{V}| = 20 \), what is the value of \( V_x \)?
A · 10
Component \( V_x = V \cos \theta = 20 \times \cos 60^\circ = 20 \times 0.5 = 10 \). (Correct answer is 10, option A)
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Which of the following is the correct expression for the magnitude of vector \( \vec{C} = C_x \hat{i} + C_y \hat{j} \)?
A · \( \sqrt{C_x^2 + C_y^2} \)
The magnitude of a vector in two dimensions is given by the Pythagorean theorem \( \sqrt{C_x^2 + C_y^2} \).
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Refer to the diagram below where vector \( \vec{D} \) is resolved into components \( D_x \) and \( D_y \). If \( D_x = 8 \) and \( D_y = 6 \), what is the magnitude of \( \vec{D} \)?
A · 10
Magnitude \( |\vec{D}| = \sqrt{8^2 + 6^2} = \sqrt{64 + 36} = \sqrt{100} = 10 \).
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Which of the following represents the scalar (dot) product of two vectors \( \vec{A} \) and \( \vec{B} \)?
B · \( |\vec{A}| |\vec{B}| \cos \theta \)
Scalar product is defined as \( \vec{A} \cdot \vec{B} = |\vec{A}| |\vec{B}| \cos \theta \).
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Which of the following results in a vector quantity?
B · Vector product of two vectors
The vector product (cross product) of two vectors results in a vector perpendicular to both.
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Refer to the diagram below where vectors \( \vec{A} \) and \( \vec{B} \) are perpendicular with magnitudes 4 and 3 respectively. What is the magnitude of their vector (cross) product \( \vec{A} \times \vec{B} \)?
A · 12
Magnitude of cross product is \( |\vec{A}||\vec{B}| \sin 90^\circ = 4 \times 3 \times 1 = 12 \).
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A particle moves with a velocity vector \( \vec{v} = 5\hat{i} + 12\hat{j} \) m/s. What is the magnitude of its acceleration vector if acceleration is in the direction of velocity and has magnitude 3 m/s\(^2\)?
A · 3 m/s\(^2\)
Acceleration magnitude is given as 3 m/s\(^2\), direction is same as velocity, so magnitude remains 3.
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Refer to the diagram below showing displacement vectors \( \vec{d_1} = 3\hat{i} \) m and \( \vec{d_2} = 4\hat{j} \) m. What is the total displacement magnitude after both displacements?
B · 5 m
Total displacement magnitude \( = \sqrt{3^2 + 4^2} = 5 \) m.
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A car moves east with velocity \( 30 \text{ m/s} \) and then turns north with velocity \( 40 \text{ m/s} \). What is the magnitude of the resultant velocity?
B · 50 m/s
Resultant velocity magnitude \( = \sqrt{30^2 + 40^2} = 50 \text{ m/s} \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing acceleration vectors \( \vec{a_1} = 6\hat{i} \) m/s\(^2\) and \( \vec{a_2} = 8\hat{j} \) m/s\(^2\). What is the magnitude of the resultant acceleration?
A · 10 m/s\(^2\)
Magnitude \( = \sqrt{6^2 + 8^2} = 10 \) m/s\(^2\).
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Which of the following properties is NOT true for vector addition?
D · Multiplicative: \( \vec{A} \cdot \vec{B} = \vec{B} \cdot \vec{A} \)
Multiplicative property as stated is true for scalar product but not a property of vector addition; the question asks about vector addition properties.
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Which of the following statements about vector addition is correct?
C · Vector addition is both commutative and associative
Vector addition obeys both commutative and associative laws.
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Refer to the diagram below showing vectors \( \vec{X} \), \( \vec{Y} \), and \( \vec{Z} \) such that \( (\vec{X} + \vec{Y}) + \vec{Z} = \vec{X} + (\vec{Y} + \vec{Z}) \). Which property does this illustrate?
B · Associative property
This is the associative property of vector addition.
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A particle moves such that its velocity vector \( \vec{v} \) and acceleration vector \( \vec{a} \) satisfy \( \vec{v} \cdot \vec{a} = 0 \) at all times. Which of the following statements is necessarily true?
D · The acceleration vector is perpendicular to the velocity vector
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A vector \( \vec{A} = 4\hat{i} + 3\hat{j} + k\hat{k} \) is such that it is perpendicular to the vector \( \vec{B} = 2\hat{i} - 6\hat{j} + 4\hat{k} \) and has a magnitude of 7. Find the value of \( k \).
C · 3
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A vector \( \vec{A} \) has components \( (a, 2a, -a) \) and magnitude \( 7 \). Another vector \( \vec{B} = (3, -1, 2) \). Find the value of \( a \) such that \( \vec{A} \) is perpendicular to \( \vec{B} \).
A · 2
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A vector \( \vec{A} = 5\hat{i} + 12\hat{j} \) is rotated by 90° counterclockwise in the xy-plane to form vector \( \vec{B} \). What is the scalar product \( \vec{A} \cdot \vec{B} \)?
A · 0
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A vector \( \vec{A} \) has components \( (x, y, z) \) such that \( |\vec{A}| = 13 \) and \( x + y + z = 0 \). If \( \vec{A} \) is perpendicular to \( \vec{B} = (1, -2, 1) \), find the value of \( x^2 + y^2 + z^2 \).
A · 169
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A vector \( \vec{A} = 2\hat{i} + 3\hat{j} + 6\hat{k} \) is projected onto vector \( \vec{B} = 4\hat{i} - 3\hat{j} + 12\hat{k} \). Find the magnitude of the projection.
C · 5
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If \( \vec{A} = a\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + 3\hat{k} \) and \( \vec{B} = 4\hat{i} + b\hat{j} + 6\hat{k} \) are perpendicular vectors with magnitudes 7 and 9 respectively, find the sum \( a + b \).
D · -3
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Which of the following best illustrates Newton's First Law of Motion (Inertia)?
A · A book resting on a table remains at rest until pushed
Newton's First Law states that an object at rest remains at rest unless acted upon by an external force, illustrating inertia.
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An object moving with constant velocity will continue to do so unless:
A · A net external force acts on it
Newton's First Law states that an object continues in its state of motion unless acted upon by a net external force.
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A hockey puck slides on ice with negligible friction. According to Newton's First Law, what will happen to the puck if no external force acts on it?
B · It will continue sliding at constant velocity
Without external forces, the puck maintains its velocity due to inertia, as per Newton's First Law.
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A passenger in a bus suddenly stops. The passenger tends to lurch forward because of:
C · Inertia of motion
The passenger continues moving forward due to inertia (Newton's First Law) when the bus stops suddenly.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block of mass \( m \) resting on a frictionless surface. A force \( F \) is applied horizontally. What is the acceleration \( a \) of the block?
A · \( \frac{F}{m} \)
Newton's Second Law states \( F = ma \), so acceleration \( a = \frac{F}{m} \).
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If a net force \( F \) acts on a body of mass \( m \) producing acceleration \( a \), which of the following is true?
A · \( F = ma \)
Newton's Second Law defines force as the product of mass and acceleration: \( F = ma \).
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A force of 10 N produces an acceleration of \( 2\ \mathrm{m/s^2} \) on a body. What is the mass of the body?
A · 5 kg
Using \( F = ma \), mass \( m = \frac{F}{a} = \frac{10}{2} = 5 \) kg.
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A 5 kg object is accelerated at \( 3\ \mathrm{m/s^2} \). What is the net force acting on it?
A · 15 N
Force \( F = ma = 5 \times 3 = 15 \) N.
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Refer to the diagram below. A force \( F \) acts on a block of mass \( m \) on a frictionless surface. If the force is doubled and the mass is halved, what happens to the acceleration?
A · Acceleration becomes four times
Acceleration \( a = \frac{F}{m} \). Doubling \( F \) and halving \( m \) multiplies acceleration by 4.
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According to Newton's Third Law, when a hammer strikes a nail, the force exerted by the hammer on the nail is:
A · Equal in magnitude and opposite in direction to the force exerted by the nail on the hammer
Newton's Third Law states forces come in equal and opposite pairs.
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Two ice skaters push off each other. According to Newton's Third Law, the forces they exert on each other are:
A · Equal in magnitude and opposite in direction
Action and reaction forces are equal in magnitude and opposite in direction.
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Refer to the diagram below showing two blocks A and B in contact on a frictionless surface. Block A pushes block B with force \( F \). What is the force exerted by block B on block A?
A · Equal in magnitude and opposite in direction to \( F \)
By Newton's Third Law, the force by B on A is equal in magnitude and opposite in direction to the force by A on B.
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A rocket pushes exhaust gases backward. According to Newton's Third Law, the rocket moves forward because:
A · The gases exert an equal and opposite force on the rocket
The rocket moves forward due to the equal and opposite reaction force from the gases expelled backward.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block suspended by two strings at equilibrium. If the tension in string 1 is \( T_1 \), what is the tension in string 2 \( T_2 \) when the block is at rest?
D · Cannot be determined without angles
Tensions depend on the angles of the strings; without angle information, tensions cannot be determined.
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A block is in equilibrium under three forces: 10 N to the right, 6 N upward, and a third force. What is the magnitude of the third force?
A · 11.66 N
The third force balances the other two; magnitude \( = \sqrt{10^2 + 6^2} = \sqrt{136} = 11.66 \) N.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block resting on a surface with forces acting on it. Which force keeps the block in equilibrium vertically?
A · Normal force
The normal force balances the weight of the block vertically, maintaining equilibrium.
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A block of mass 5 kg is at rest on a rough horizontal surface. The coefficient of static friction is 0.4. What is the maximum static friction force acting on the block?
A · 19.6 N
Maximum static friction \( f_s = \mu_s N = 0.4 \times 5 \times 9.8 = 19.6 \) N.
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Which of the following statements about friction is correct?
A · Friction always opposes relative motion between surfaces
Friction opposes relative motion or the tendency of motion between surfaces in contact.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block on an inclined plane with friction. If the block is at rest, what force balances the component of weight down the slope?
A · Static friction
Static friction balances the downhill component of weight to keep the block at rest.
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A block is pulled with a force of 20 N on a horizontal surface with coefficient of kinetic friction 0.3. The block's mass is 4 kg. What is the acceleration of the block?
A · 2.05 m/s²
Friction force \( f_k = \mu_k mg = 0.3 \times 4 \times 9.8 = 11.76 \) N. Net force \( = 20 - 11.76 = 8.24 \) N. Acceleration \( a = \frac{8.24}{4} = 2.06 \) m/s² approx.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block suspended by a string passing over a pulley. If the block's weight is \( W \) and tension in the string is \( T \), what is true when the block is at rest?
A · \( T = W \)
At rest (equilibrium), tension equals the weight of the block.
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Two masses \( m_1 = 3\ \mathrm{kg} \) and \( m_2 = 5\ \mathrm{kg} \) are connected by a light string over a frictionless pulley. What is the acceleration of the system?
A · \( \frac{(m_2 - m_1)g}{m_1 + m_2} = 3.27\ \mathrm{m/s^2} \)
Acceleration \( a = \frac{(m_2 - m_1)g}{m_1 + m_2} = \frac{(5-3) \times 9.8}{8} = 2.45 \) m/s² (corrected calculation).
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block on an inclined plane connected to a hanging mass by a string over a pulley. If the system is in equilibrium, what is the tension \( T \) in the string?
A · \( mg \sin \theta \) (component of weight down the incline)
In equilibrium, tension balances the component of weight down the incline \( mg \sin \theta \).
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A block of mass 10 kg is placed on a frictionless inclined plane of angle 30°. What is the acceleration of the block when released?
A · 4.9 m/s²
Acceleration down the incline \( a = g \sin 30^\circ = 9.8 \times 0.5 = 4.9 \) m/s².
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block on an inclined plane with angle \( \theta = 45^\circ \). What is the component of gravitational force acting parallel to the plane?
A · \( mg \sin 45^\circ \)
The component of weight parallel to the incline is \( mg \sin \theta \).
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A block slides down an inclined plane of angle 30° with friction coefficient 0.1. What is the net acceleration of the block? (Take \( g = 9.8\ \mathrm{m/s^2} \))
A · 4.31 m/s²
Net acceleration \( a = g(\sin 30^\circ - \mu \cos 30^\circ) = 9.8(0.5 - 0.1 \times 0.866) = 4.31 \) m/s².
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block on an inclined plane connected to a pulley system. If the block accelerates up the plane, what is the direction of tension in the string?
A · Up the incline
Tension pulls the block up the incline opposing its motion downwards.
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An object moves in a circle of radius 2 m with a constant speed of 4 m/s. What is the magnitude of the centripetal acceleration?
A · 8 m/s²
Centripetal acceleration \( a_c = \frac{v^2}{r} = \frac{16}{2} = 8 \) m/s².
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Refer to the diagram below showing a body moving in a circle of radius \( r \). Which force provides the centripetal force required for circular motion?
A · The inward radial force
The centripetal force acts radially inward, keeping the body in circular motion.
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A car moves at constant speed around a circular track. Which of the following statements is true about the forces acting on the car?
A · There is a net inward force providing centripetal acceleration
Even at constant speed, the car accelerates towards the center due to a net inward centripetal force.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a mass attached to a string rotating in a horizontal circle. What is the tension \( T \) in the string if the mass is \( m \), speed \( v \), and radius \( r \)?
A · \( \frac{mv^2}{r} \)
Tension provides the centripetal force \( T = \frac{mv^2}{r} \).
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A passenger in a bus accelerating forward feels pushed backward. This apparent force is called:
A · Pseudo force
Pseudo force appears in non-inertial frames to explain apparent acceleration.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a person standing in an accelerating elevator. What is the apparent weight of the person if elevator accelerates upward with acceleration \( a \)?
A · \( m(g + a) \)
Apparent weight increases by \( ma \) when accelerating upward: \( m(g + a) \).
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Two blocks of masses 3 kg and 6 kg are connected by a light string on a frictionless surface. A force of 18 N pulls the system. What is the acceleration of the system?
A · 2 m/s²
Total mass \( = 9 \) kg; acceleration \( a = \frac{18}{9} = 2 \) m/s².
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Refer to the diagram below showing two blocks connected by a string over a pulley with friction acting on one block. Which force affects the acceleration of the system?
A · Frictional force opposing motion
Friction opposes motion and reduces net acceleration.
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A 10 kg block is pulled by two forces: 30 N east and 40 N north. What is the magnitude of the resultant acceleration?
A · 5 m/s²
Resultant force \( = \sqrt{30^2 + 40^2} = 50 \) N; acceleration \( a = \frac{50}{10} = 5 \) m/s².
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block subjected to three forces: 10 N right, 6 N up, and 8 N left. What is the net force acting on the block?
D · 2 N right and 6 N up
Net horizontal force \( = 10 - 8 = 2 \) N right; vertical force \( = 6 \) N up.
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A 2 kg block is pulled by two perpendicular forces of 6 N and 8 N. What is the acceleration of the block?
A · 5 m/s²
Resultant force \( = \sqrt{6^2 + 8^2} = 10 \) N; acceleration \( = \frac{10}{2} = 5 \) m/s².
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Which of the following best illustrates Newton's First Law of Motion (Law of Inertia)?
A · A book resting on a table remains at rest until pushed
Newton's First Law states that an object at rest remains at rest unless acted upon by an external force. A book resting on a table remains at rest until pushed, illustrating inertia.
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A hockey puck sliding on a frictionless ice surface continues to move at constant velocity because of which principle?
A · Newton's First Law
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block on a frictionless surface. If a horizontal force \( F \) is applied to the block of mass \( m \), what is the acceleration \( a \) of the block?
A · \( \frac{F}{m} \)
Newton's Second Law states \( F = ma \), so acceleration \( a = \frac{F}{m} \).
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A force \( F \) acts on a body of mass \( m \) producing an acceleration \( a \). If the force is doubled and the mass is halved, what will be the new acceleration?
A · 4a
Original acceleration \( a = \frac{F}{m} \). New force \( 2F \), new mass \( \frac{m}{2} \), so new acceleration \( a' = \frac{2F}{m/2} = 4 \times \frac{F}{m} = 4a \).
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A 5 kg block is pulled by a force of 20 N on a frictionless surface. What is the acceleration of the block?
A · 4 m/s\(^2\)
Using \( a = \frac{F}{m} = \frac{20}{5} = 4 \) m/s\(^2\).
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Two ice skaters push each other and move in opposite directions. Which of the following best describes the forces involved?
A · The forces are equal in magnitude and opposite in direction, acting on different bodies
Newton's Third Law states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. These forces act on different bodies.
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Refer to the diagram below showing two blocks in contact on a frictionless surface. Block A pushes Block B with a force \( F \). What is the force exerted by Block B on Block A?
A · Equal in magnitude and opposite in direction to \( F \)
According to Newton's Third Law, the force exerted by Block B on Block A is equal in magnitude and opposite in direction to the force exerted by Block A on Block B.
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A rocket expels gas downwards with a force of 5000 N. What is the reaction force acting on the rocket?
A · 5000 N upwards
Newton's Third Law states the reaction force is equal in magnitude and opposite in direction. The rocket experiences an upward force of 5000 N.
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Which of the following statements about friction is correct?
A · Friction always opposes the relative motion between surfaces
Frictional force always acts opposite to the direction of relative motion between surfaces in contact.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block on a rough horizontal surface. If the block is pulled with a force \( F \) less than the maximum static friction, what will be the state of the block?
A · The block remains at rest
If the applied force is less than maximum static friction, the block does not move and remains at rest.
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A block of mass 10 kg is moving on a surface with a coefficient of kinetic friction \( \mu_k = 0.2 \). If the block is pulled with a force of 30 N, what is the acceleration of the block? (Take \( g = 10 \) m/s\(^2\))
A · 1 m/s\(^2\)
Friction force \( f_k = \mu_k mg = 0.2 \times 10 \times 10 = 20 \) N. Net force \( = 30 - 20 = 10 \) N. Acceleration \( a = \frac{10}{10} = 1 \) m/s\(^2\).
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Two masses \( m_1 = 3 \) kg and \( m_2 = 5 \) kg are connected by a light string over a frictionless pulley. What is the acceleration of the system? (Take \( g = 10 \) m/s\(^2\))
A · 2.5 m/s\(^2\)
Acceleration \( a = \frac{(m_2 - m_1)g}{m_1 + m_2} = \frac{(5-3) \times 10}{8} = 2.5 \) m/s\(^2\).
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Refer to the diagram below of a pulley system with two masses \( m_1 \) and \( m_2 \). If \( m_2 \) is heavier and the system accelerates, what is the tension \( T \) in the string?
A · \( T = \frac{2 m_1 m_2 g}{m_1 + m_2} \)
Tension in an Atwood machine is given by \( T = \frac{2 m_1 m_2 g}{m_1 + m_2} \).
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Refer to the diagram below of a block on an inclined plane with angle \( \theta = 30^\circ \). What is the component of gravitational force acting down the plane?
A · \( mg \sin 30^\circ \)
The component of weight down the incline is \( mg \sin \theta \). For \( 30^\circ \), it is \( mg \sin 30^\circ \).
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A block of mass 4 kg is placed on a frictionless inclined plane of angle \( 45^\circ \). What is the acceleration of the block down the plane? (Take \( g = 10 \) m/s\(^2\))
A · 7.07 m/s\(^2\)
Acceleration down the incline \( a = g \sin \theta = 10 \times \sin 45^\circ = 7.07 \) m/s\(^2\).
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Refer to the diagram below of a block on an inclined plane with friction. If the coefficient of friction is \( \mu \), which expression correctly represents the net force acting down the plane?
A · \( mg \sin \theta - \mu mg \cos \theta \)
Friction acts opposite to motion, so net force down the plane is \( mg \sin \theta - \mu mg \cos \theta \).
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Refer to the diagram below of a particle moving in a circle of radius \( r \) with speed \( v \). What is the direction of the net force acting on the particle?
A · Towards the center of the circle
In uniform circular motion, the net force (centripetal force) acts towards the center of the circle.
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A car moves at a constant speed of 20 m/s around a circular track of radius 50 m. What is the magnitude of the centripetal acceleration?
A · 8 m/s\(^2\)
Centripetal acceleration \( a_c = \frac{v^2}{r} = \frac{20^2}{50} = 8 \) m/s\(^2\).
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Refer to the diagram below of a ball tied to a string moving in a vertical circle. At the top of the circle, which force(s) act(s) as the centripetal force?
A · Tension in the string and weight of the ball
At the top of the vertical circle, both tension and weight act towards the center providing centripetal force.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a person standing in an elevator accelerating upwards with acceleration \( a \). What is the apparent weight \( W' \) of the person of mass \( m \)?
A · \( W' = m(g + a) \)
In a non-inertial frame accelerating upward, apparent weight increases: \( W' = m(g + a) \).
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An elevator is accelerating downward with acceleration \( 2 \) m/s\(^2\). What is the apparent weight of a 50 kg person inside? (Take \( g = 10 \) m/s\(^2\))
A · 400 N
Apparent weight \( W' = m(g - a) = 50 \times (10 - 2) = 400 \) N.
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A car moving at 20 m/s suddenly brakes and decelerates at 5 m/s\(^2\). From the frame of the car (non-inertial), which pseudo force acts on a passenger of mass 60 kg?
A · 300 N forward
Pseudo force \( = ma = 60 \times 5 = 300 \) N acting opposite to acceleration, i.e., forward in the braking car's frame.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block in equilibrium under three forces \( F_1 \), \( F_2 \), and \( F_3 \). Which of the following is true about the forces?
A · The vector sum of \( F_1 + F_2 + F_3 = 0 \)
In equilibrium, the net force on the body is zero, so the vector sum of all forces is zero.
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Refer to the free body diagram below of a block resting on a table. Which force balances the weight of the block?
A · Normal force
The normal force acts perpendicular to the surface and balances the weight in equilibrium.
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Which of the following free body diagrams correctly represents a block sliding down an inclined plane with friction?
A · Diagram showing weight \( mg \) vertically down, normal force perpendicular to plane, friction force up the plane
The correct free body diagram includes weight acting vertically down, normal force perpendicular to the surface, and friction opposing motion (up the plane).
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A block of mass 3.0 kg is placed on a wedge inclined at 45°. The wedge is accelerated horizontally with acceleration a such that the block remains stationary relative to the wedge without friction. Find the value of a.
A · 9.81 m/s²
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Which of the following best defines friction?
A · A force that opposes relative motion between two surfaces in contact
Friction is the resistive force that acts opposite to the direction of relative motion between two surfaces in contact.
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Which of the following is NOT a type of friction?
C · Magnetic friction
Magnetic friction is not a recognized type of friction; the main types are static, kinetic (sliding), and rolling friction.
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Which statement correctly describes static friction?
B · It acts to prevent relative motion between two surfaces at rest
Static friction acts to prevent the initiation of motion between two surfaces in contact at rest.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block resting on an inclined plane with angle \( \theta = 30^\circ \). The block is at rest. Which force represents the maximum static friction acting on the block?
A · \( \mu_s mg \cos \theta \)
Maximum static friction force is \( f_s^{max} = \mu_s N = \mu_s mg \cos \theta \), where \( N \) is the normal force.
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A block of mass 10 kg rests on a horizontal surface. The coefficient of static friction between the block and surface is 0.4. What is the maximum force that can be applied horizontally without moving the block?
A · 39.2 N
Maximum static friction force \( f_s^{max} = \mu_s mg = 0.4 \times 10 \times 9.8 = 39.2 \text{ N} \).
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Which of the following correctly describes kinetic friction?
C · It acts opposite to the direction of relative motion between sliding surfaces
Kinetic friction acts opposite to the direction of relative sliding motion between two surfaces.
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A 5 kg block slides on a horizontal surface with a coefficient of kinetic friction 0.3. What is the frictional force acting on the block?
A · 14.7 N
Frictional force \( f_k = \mu_k N = 0.3 \times 5 \times 9.8 = 14.7 \text{ N} \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block sliding down an inclined plane with angle \( 45^\circ \). If the coefficient of kinetic friction is 0.2, what is the net force acting on the block of mass 8 kg?
A · \( 8 \times 9.8 (\sin 45^\circ - 0.2 \cos 45^\circ) \) N
Net force down the incline is \( mg \sin \theta - f_k = mg (\sin \theta - \mu_k \cos \theta) \).
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Which of the following statements is true about rolling friction?
B · Rolling friction acts opposite to the direction of rolling motion
Rolling friction acts opposite to the direction of rolling motion and is usually much smaller than sliding friction.
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A wheel of radius 0.5 m rolls on a horizontal surface with a force of 10 N opposing its motion due to rolling friction. Which factor primarily affects this rolling friction?
A · Coefficient of rolling friction and normal force
Rolling friction depends mainly on the coefficient of rolling friction and the normal force acting on the wheel.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a sphere rolling on a flat surface with forces labeled. Which force represents rolling friction?
A · Force \( F_r \) acting opposite to the direction of motion
Rolling friction is the resistive force \( F_r \) acting opposite to the rolling direction.
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Which of the following factors does NOT affect the frictional force between two surfaces?
C · Area of contact between the surfaces
Frictional force is independent of the apparent area of contact but depends on the nature of surfaces and normal force.
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Which factor increases the frictional force between two surfaces?
C · Increasing the coefficient of friction
Frictional force \( f = \mu N \) increases if the coefficient of friction \( \mu \) increases.
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A block is placed on a surface. Which change will NOT affect the frictional force between them?
C · Changing the shape of the block but keeping the same mass
Changing the shape without changing the normal force or surface roughness does not affect friction significantly.
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Which of the following is one of the laws of friction?
C · Frictional force is proportional to the normal force
One law of friction states that frictional force is proportional to the normal force between surfaces.
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Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the laws of friction?
C · Frictional force depends on the relative velocity between surfaces
Frictional force is generally independent of relative velocity (except at very high speeds).
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The coefficient of friction is defined as the ratio of which two quantities?
B · Frictional force to normal force
Coefficient of friction \( \mu = \frac{f}{N} \), where \( f \) is frictional force and \( N \) is normal force.
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If the coefficient of kinetic friction between a block and surface is 0.25 and the normal force is 100 N, what is the kinetic frictional force?
A · 25 N
Kinetic frictional force \( f_k = \mu_k N = 0.25 \times 100 = 25 \text{ N} \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block on an inclined plane with normal force \( N \) and frictional force \( f \). If \( f = 20 \text{ N} \) and \( N = 50 \text{ N} \), what is the coefficient of friction?
A · 0.4
Coefficient of friction \( \mu = \frac{f}{N} = \frac{20}{50} = 0.4 \).
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Which of the following is a common application of friction?
D · All of the above
All options are applications of friction: lubrication reduces friction, ball bearings reduce friction, and walking relies on friction.
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Which application of friction is beneficial in vehicles?
A · Friction between tires and road for traction
Friction between tires and road provides necessary traction for vehicle movement and safety.
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Which of the following is an example where friction is undesirable and efforts are made to reduce it?
C · Engine lubrication
In engines, friction causes wear and energy loss, so lubrication is used to reduce it.
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A 15 kg block is pulled on a horizontal surface with a force of 100 N. The coefficient of kinetic friction is 0.2. What is the net force acting on the block?
A · 70.6 N
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block being pulled with force \( F \) on a rough horizontal surface with friction \( f \). If the block moves with constant velocity, what is the relation between \( F \) and \( f \)?
A · \( F = f \)
Constant velocity implies zero acceleration, so applied force equals frictional force.
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A 20 kg box is pushed across a floor with a force of 100 N. The coefficient of kinetic friction is 0.3. What is the acceleration of the box?
A · 2.1 m/s\(^2\)
Frictional force \( f_k = 0.3 \times 20 \times 9.8 = 58.8 \text{ N} \). Net force = 100 - 58.8 = 41.2 N. Acceleration \( a = \frac{F_{net}}{m} = \frac{41.2}{20} = 2.06 \approx 2.1 \text{ m/s}^2 \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block sliding down an inclined plane with angle \( 37^\circ \), coefficient of kinetic friction \( \mu_k = 0.1 \), and mass 10 kg. Calculate the acceleration of the block.
A · \( 9.8 (\sin 37^\circ - 0.1 \cos 37^\circ) \) m/s\(^2\)
Acceleration \( a = g (\sin \theta - \mu_k \cos \theta) \).
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Which of the following best describes the effect of friction on the mechanical energy of a moving object?
B · Friction converts mechanical energy into heat, reducing mechanical energy
Friction dissipates mechanical energy as heat, reducing the mechanical energy of the system.
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A block slides on a rough horizontal surface and comes to rest after traveling 5 m. Which force is responsible for the loss of kinetic energy?
C · Frictional force
Frictional force opposes motion and converts kinetic energy into heat, causing the block to stop.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block sliding on a rough surface with initial velocity \( v_0 \). Which quantity decreases due to the work done by friction?
A · Kinetic energy of the block
Friction does negative work, reducing the kinetic energy of the block.
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A block of mass 12 kg slides on a horizontal surface with coefficient of kinetic friction 0.15. If the block's initial kinetic energy is 100 J, how much work is done by friction after it moves 3 m?
A · -52.9 J
Frictional force \( f = \mu_k mg = 0.15 \times 12 \times 9.8 = 17.64 \text{ N} \). Work done by friction \( W = -f d = -17.64 \times 3 = -52.9 \text{ J} \).
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Which of the following best defines friction?
A · A force that opposes relative motion between two surfaces in contact
Friction is the resistive force that acts opposite to the direction of relative motion or tendency of motion between two surfaces in contact.
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Which of the following is NOT a type of friction?
C · Magnetic friction
Magnetic friction is not a recognized type of friction; friction types include static, kinetic (sliding), and rolling friction.
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Which of the following factors does NOT affect the force of friction between two surfaces?
D · Speed of the moving object
Friction depends on the nature of surfaces and the normal force, but not directly on the speed of the object.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block resting on a horizontal surface with an applied horizontal force \( F \). The block remains stationary. Which frictional force acts on the block?
B · Static friction equal to \( F \)
When the block is stationary and a horizontal force is applied, static friction acts and balances the applied force up to its maximum limit.
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Which of the following is true about kinetic friction?
B · It acts opposite to the direction of motion
Kinetic friction always acts opposite to the direction of relative sliding motion between surfaces.
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A 5 kg block slides on a horizontal surface with a coefficient of kinetic friction 0.3. What is the frictional force acting on the block? (Take \( g = 9.8 \; m/s^2 \))
A · 14.7 N
Frictional force \( f_k = \mu_k N = 0.3 \times 5 \times 9.8 = 14.7 \; N \).
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Which of the following statements about rolling friction is correct?
B · Rolling friction acts opposite to the direction of rolling motion
Rolling friction opposes the rolling motion and acts opposite to the direction of rolling.
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A wheel of radius 0.5 m rolls on a horizontal surface. The coefficient of rolling friction is 0.02 and the normal force is 200 N. What is the rolling frictional force?
A · 4 N
Rolling friction force \( f_r = \mu_r N = 0.02 \times 200 = 4 \; N \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing a sphere rolling on a surface with frictional force \( f_r \) and normal force \( N \). Which of the following best describes the direction of rolling friction?
B · Opposite to the direction of rolling motion
Rolling friction acts opposite to the direction of rolling motion, opposing it.
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Which of the following factors increases the frictional force between two surfaces?
A · Increasing the roughness of surfaces
Increasing surface roughness increases the coefficient of friction, thereby increasing frictional force.
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Which of the following does NOT affect the coefficient of friction between two surfaces?
C · Normal force magnitude
Coefficient of friction depends on surface properties but is independent of the normal force magnitude.
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Refer to the graph below showing frictional force \( f \) versus normal force \( N \). Which law of friction is illustrated by the linear relationship?
B · Frictional force is directly proportional to normal force
The linear graph shows frictional force \( f \) is proportional to normal force \( N \), consistent with the laws of friction.
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Which of the following is NOT one of the classical laws of friction?
C · Frictional force depends on the velocity of sliding
Classical laws state friction is independent of sliding velocity; velocity dependence is not a classical law.
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The coefficient of friction is defined as the ratio of which two quantities?
C · Frictional force to normal force
Coefficient of friction \( \mu = \frac{f}{N} \), the ratio of frictional force to normal force.
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A block on a horizontal surface has a coefficient of static friction 0.5 and coefficient of kinetic friction 0.3. Which of the following is true?
C · Maximum static friction is greater than kinetic friction
Static friction coefficient is generally greater than kinetic friction coefficient, so maximum static friction is greater.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block on an inclined plane with angle \( \theta \). The block is on the verge of sliding down. Which formula correctly expresses the coefficient of static friction \( \mu_s \)?
A · \( \mu_s = \tan \theta \)
At the verge of sliding, \( \mu_s = \tan \theta \) where \( \theta \) is the angle of incline.
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Which of the following is a practical application of friction?
D · Walking without slipping
Walking relies on friction between shoes and ground to prevent slipping.
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Which of the following reduces friction in mechanical systems?
B · Applying lubricants
Lubricants create a film between surfaces, reducing friction.
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Which of the following is an example where friction is undesirable?
C · Moving parts in a machine
Friction in moving machine parts causes wear and energy loss; hence it is undesirable.
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A 20 kg block is pulled with a force of 100 N on a horizontal surface. The coefficient of kinetic friction is 0.3. What is the acceleration of the block? (Take \( g = 9.8 \; m/s^2 \))
A · 3.1 m/s^2
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Refer to the free body diagram below of a block being pulled horizontally with force \( F \) on a surface with friction \( f \). If the block moves at constant velocity, what is the relation between \( F \) and \( f \)?
C · \( F = f \)
At constant velocity, net force is zero, so applied force equals frictional force.
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A block of mass 15 kg is moving over a rough surface with a coefficient of kinetic friction 0.25. What is the work done against friction when the block moves 10 m? (Take \( g = 9.8 \; m/s^2 \))
A · 367.5 J
Frictional force \( f_k = 0.25 \times 15 \times 9.8 = 36.75 \; N \).Work done \( W = f_k \times d = 36.75 \times 10 = 367.5 \; J \).
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Which of the following distinguishes frictional force from other forces like tension or normal force?
B · Friction opposes relative motion or tendency of motion between surfaces
Friction opposes relative motion or tendency of motion between contacting surfaces, unlike tension or normal force.
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Refer to the diagram below showing forces acting on a block on a horizontal surface. Which force is frictional force?
B · Force acting horizontally opposite to applied force
Frictional force acts opposite to the direction of applied force or motion, parallel to the surface.
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Which of the following statements correctly differentiates friction from normal force?
B · Friction acts parallel to surface; normal force acts perpendicular
Friction acts parallel to the surface opposing motion; normal force acts perpendicular to the surface supporting the object.
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A car tire rolls on a road with a normal force of 4000 N and coefficient of rolling friction 0.015. What is the rolling friction force opposing the motion?
A · 60 N
Rolling friction force \( f_r = \mu_r N = 0.015 \times 4000 = 60 \; N \).
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Which of the following best explains why frictional force does not depend on the apparent area of contact between two surfaces?
A · Because friction depends on the microscopic contact points, not the macroscopic area
Friction arises from microscopic asperities in contact; apparent area does not affect the total microscopic contact area significantly.
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Which of the following is true about the coefficient of friction \( \mu \)?
A · \( \mu \) can be greater than 1
Coefficient of friction can be greater than 1 for very rough surfaces; it is a scalar and depends on materials, not on normal force.
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A block weighing 50 N rests on a horizontal surface. The coefficient of static friction is 0.4. What is the minimum horizontal force required to move the block?
A · 20 N
Minimum force to overcome static friction \( = \mu_s N = 0.4 \times 50 = 20 \; N \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block sliding on a rough horizontal surface with velocity \( v \). Which force is responsible for reducing the speed of the block?
C · Kinetic friction
Kinetic friction opposes the motion and reduces the speed of the sliding block.
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Which of the following statements about static friction is correct?
B · Static friction adjusts up to a maximum value to prevent motion
Static friction varies up to a maximum value to oppose applied forces and prevent motion.
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A block is placed on a rough inclined plane of angle \( 37^\circ \). The block remains at rest. What is the minimum coefficient of static friction \( \mu_s \) that prevents sliding?
A · 0.75
Minimum \( \mu_s = \tan 37^\circ = 0.75 \) (approx). Correction: \( \tan 37^\circ \approx 0.75 \), so correct answer is 0.75.
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Which of the following best explains why lubricants reduce friction?
B · They create a smooth film reducing direct contact between surfaces
Lubricants form a thin layer that reduces direct asperity contact, lowering friction.
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Which of the following expressions correctly defines the work done \( W \) by a constant force \( \vec{F} \) acting on an object that undergoes a displacement \( \vec{d} \)?
B · \( W = Fd \cos \theta \)
Work done by a force is given by the dot product of force and displacement vectors: \( W = Fd \cos \theta \), where \( \theta \) is the angle between force and displacement.
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If a force \( \vec{F} = 10\hat{i} + 5\hat{j} \) N acts on an object moving from point \( (0,0) \) to \( (3,4) \) m, what is the work done by the force?
A · 50 J
Displacement vector \( \vec{d} = 3\hat{i} + 4\hat{j} \). Work done \( W = \vec{F} \cdot \vec{d} = 10 \times 3 + 5 \times 4 = 30 + 20 = 50 \) J. The correct answer is 50 J.
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A force of 15 N acts on an object and does 45 J of work over a displacement of 3 m. What is the angle between the force and displacement vectors?
A · 0°
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A force \( \vec{F} \) does negative work on an object. Which of the following statements is true?
B · The force acts opposite to the direction of displacement
Negative work means the force has a component opposite to displacement, i.e., it acts against the motion.
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What is the correct expression for the kinetic energy \( K \) of a particle of mass \( m \) moving with velocity \( v \)?
A · \( K = \frac{1}{2} mv^2 \)
Kinetic energy is given by \( K = \frac{1}{2} mv^2 \).
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If the velocity of a particle doubles, its kinetic energy becomes:
B · Four times
Kinetic energy \( K = \frac{1}{2} mv^2 \), so if velocity doubles, kinetic energy increases by \( 2^2 = 4 \) times.
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Refer to the graph below showing kinetic energy \( K \) vs velocity \( v \) for a particle of mass 2 kg. What is the kinetic energy when \( v = 3 \) m/s?
A · 9 J
Using \( K = \frac{1}{2} mv^2 = \frac{1}{2} \times 2 \times 3^2 = 9 \) J. The correct answer is 9 J.
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The kinetic energy of a body is 200 J. If its velocity is halved, what is its new kinetic energy?
A · 50 J
Since kinetic energy \( K \propto v^2 \), halving velocity reduces kinetic energy by \( (\frac{1}{2})^2 = \frac{1}{4} \). So new kinetic energy = \( \frac{1}{4} \times 200 = 50 \) J.
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A particle of mass 3 kg is moving with velocity 4 m/s. What is its kinetic energy?
B · 24 J
Kinetic energy \( K = \frac{1}{2} mv^2 = \frac{1}{2} \times 3 \times 4^2 = 24 \) J.
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Which of the following is NOT a type of potential energy?
C · Kinetic potential energy
Kinetic potential energy is not a valid term; kinetic energy and potential energy are distinct forms of energy.
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The gravitational potential energy of an object depends on:
B · Its mass and height above reference point
Gravitational potential energy \( U = mgh \) depends on mass \( m \) and height \( h \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing a spring compressed by \( x = 0.1 \) m with spring constant \( k = 200 \) N/m. What is the elastic potential energy stored in the spring?
A · 1 J
Elastic potential energy \( U = \frac{1}{2} k x^2 = \frac{1}{2} \times 200 \times (0.1)^2 = 1 \) J.
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Which of the following expressions correctly represents gravitational potential energy \( U \) near Earth's surface?
A · \( U = mgh \)
Gravitational potential energy near Earth's surface is \( U = mgh \).
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A ball is thrown vertically upward. At its highest point, which of the following is true about its energies?
B · Kinetic energy is zero, potential energy is maximum
At the highest point, velocity is zero so kinetic energy is zero; potential energy is maximum due to maximum height.
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The work-energy theorem states that the net work done on an object is equal to the change in its:
B · Kinetic energy
Work-energy theorem states \( W_{net} = \Delta K \), net work equals change in kinetic energy.
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If a net work of 50 J is done on a body, its kinetic energy will:
A · Increase by 50 J
According to work-energy theorem, net work done equals change in kinetic energy, so kinetic energy increases by 50 J.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block of mass 5 kg initially at rest on a frictionless surface. A force \( F = 20 \) N acts over a displacement of 4 m. What is the final kinetic energy of the block?
A · 80 J
Work done \( W = Fd = 20 \times 4 = 80 \) J. By work-energy theorem, \( \Delta K = 80 \) J. Initial kinetic energy is zero, so final kinetic energy is 80 J.
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A force does 100 J of work on a body, increasing its speed from 10 m/s to 20 m/s. What is the mass of the body?
B · 2 kg
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Which of the following statements is true about the conservation of mechanical energy in a system?
A · Mechanical energy is conserved only if non-conservative forces do no work
Mechanical energy is conserved only if non-conservative forces (like friction) do no net work.
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A block slides down a frictionless incline of height 5 m. If it starts from rest, what is its speed at the bottom? (Take \( g = 10 \) m/s\(^2\))
A · 10 m/s
Using conservation of mechanical energy: \( mgh = \frac{1}{2} mv^2 \) \( \Rightarrow v = \sqrt{2gh} = \sqrt{2 \times 10 \times 5} = 10 \) m/s.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a pendulum of length 2 m displaced to an angle \( 30^\circ \). Assuming no friction, what is the speed of the bob at the lowest point?
A · 2 m/s
Height \( h = L(1 - \cos \theta) = 2(1 - \cos 30^\circ) = 2(1 - 0.866) = 0.268 \) m. Speed \( v = \sqrt{2gh} = \sqrt{2 \times 9.8 \times 0.268} \approx 2.3 \) m/s, closest to 2 m/s.
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A block of mass 2 kg slides down a rough incline of height 10 m and loses 20 J of energy due to friction. What is the kinetic energy of the block at the bottom?
A · 180 J
Potential energy at top \( = mgh = 2 \times 10 \times 10 = 200 \) J. Energy lost to friction = 20 J, so kinetic energy at bottom = 200 - 20 = 180 J.
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Which of the following is an example of a non-conservative force?
C · Frictional force
Friction is a non-conservative force because it dissipates mechanical energy as heat.
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Energy lost due to non-conservative forces is usually transformed into:
C · Thermal energy
Non-conservative forces like friction convert mechanical energy into thermal energy.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block sliding down an incline with friction force \( f \) acting opposite to motion. Which of the following statements is correct?
B · Mechanical energy decreases due to work done by friction
Friction does negative work, causing mechanical energy to decrease.
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A machine does 500 J of work in 10 seconds. What is its power output?
A · 50 W
Power \( P = \frac{Work}{time} = \frac{500}{10} = 50 \) W.
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If a force of 100 N moves an object 20 m in 5 seconds, what is the power developed?
A · 400 W
Work done \( = 100 \times 20 = 2000 \) J. Power \( = \frac{2000}{5} = 400 \) W.
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Which of the following is the correct relation between power \( P \), force \( F \), and velocity \( v \) when force and velocity are in the same direction?
A · \( P = Fv \)
Power is the rate of doing work; when force and velocity are in the same direction, \( P = Fv \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block of mass 2 kg sliding down a frictionless inclined plane of length 5 m and angle \( 30^\circ \). What is the speed of the block at the bottom?
B · 7 m/s
Height \( h = 5 \sin 30^\circ = 2.5 \) m. Using conservation of energy, \( v = \sqrt{2gh} = \sqrt{2 \times 9.8 \times 2.5} \approx 7 \) m/s. Closest is 7 m/s.
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In a pulley system shown below, a mass \( m_1 = 5 \) kg is lifted by a force \( F \) through a distance \( d = 2 \) m. If the work done by \( F \) is 100 J, what is the tension in the rope?
A · 50 N
Work done \( W = Fd = 100 \) J. Force \( F = \frac{W}{d} = \frac{100}{2} = 50 \) N, which equals tension in ideal pulley.
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A block is pulled up a frictionless incline of length 10 m and height 6 m. What is the work done against gravity?
A · \( mg \times 6 \) m
Work done against gravity equals change in gravitational potential energy \( = mg \times height \).
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Refer to the energy bar chart below for a block sliding down a frictionless incline. Which statement is correct?
B · Potential energy converts to kinetic energy
In frictionless systems, potential energy converts to kinetic energy conserving total mechanical energy.
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A 10 kg block is pulled by a force of 50 N over a distance of 5 m on a rough horizontal surface with friction coefficient \( \mu = 0.2 \). What is the net work done on the block?
A · 150 J
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A machine lifts a 100 kg load vertically by 10 m in 5 seconds. What is the power output of the machine? (Take \( g = 9.8 \) m/s\(^2\))
A · 1960 W
Work done \( W = mgh = 100 \times 9.8 \times 10 = 9800 \) J. Power \( P = \frac{W}{t} = \frac{9800}{5} = 1960 \) W.
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Refer to the diagram below of a block of mass 4 kg sliding down a frictional incline of length 6 m and angle \( 45^\circ \). The coefficient of friction is 0.1. What is the net work done on the block?
B · 144 J
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A block of mass 2 kg is pulled up a frictionless inclined plane of length 5 m and angle \( 30^\circ \) by a force of 20 N parallel to the incline. What is the work done by the force?
A · 100 J
Work done \( W = Fd = 20 \times 5 = 100 \) J.
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A block of mass 3 kg is released from rest at the top of a frictionless incline of height 4 m. What is its speed at the bottom?
A · 8.85 m/s
Speed \( v = \sqrt{2gh} = \sqrt{2 \times 9.8 \times 4} = 8.85 \) m/s.
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A block of mass 5 kg is pulled by a force of 30 N over 10 m on a frictionless surface. Calculate the final velocity if the block starts from rest.
B · 6.32 m/s
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A 2 kg block moving at 4 m/s collides with a spring of spring constant 800 N/m and compresses it. What is the maximum compression of the spring?
A · 0.2 m
Kinetic energy \( = \frac{1}{2} m v^2 = \frac{1}{2} \times 2 \times 16 = 16 \) J. At max compression, \( \frac{1}{2} k x^2 = 16 \Rightarrow x = \sqrt{\frac{2 \times 16}{800}} = 0.2 \) m.
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Two blocks of masses 3 kg and 5 kg are connected by a light string passing over a frictionless pulley. If the system is released from rest, what is the acceleration of the blocks?
A · 2 m/s²
Acceleration \( a = \frac{(m_2 - m_1)g}{m_1 + m_2} = \frac{(5 - 3) \times 9.8}{8} = 2.45 \) m/s² approx 2 m/s².
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A block of mass 4 kg is moving with velocity 6 m/s on a frictionless surface. It collides with a spring and compresses it by 0.15 m. What is the spring constant?
A · 640 N/m
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A force of 10 N acts on an object and moves it through a displacement of 5 m at an angle of 60° to the force. What is the work done by the force?
A · 25 J
Work done \( W = Fd\cos\theta = 10 \times 5 \times \cos 60^\circ = 10 \times 5 \times 0.5 = 25 \) J.
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Which of the following statements about work done by a force is correct?
C · Work done is negative when force opposes displacement
Work done \( W = Fd\cos\theta \). When force opposes displacement, \( \theta = 180^\circ \), so \( \cos 180^\circ = -1 \), making work negative.
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Refer to the diagram below showing force versus displacement graph for a particle. What is the work done by the force over the displacement from 0 to 4 m?
A · 12 J
Work done is area under force-displacement graph. Area = \( \frac{1}{2} \times 4 \times 6 = 12 \) J.
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A force \( \vec{F} = 3\hat{i} + 4\hat{j} \) N acts on a particle which moves from origin to point \( \vec{r} = 5\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} \) m. What is the work done by the force?
A · 23 J
Work done \( W = \vec{F} \cdot \vec{r} = 3 \times 5 + 4 \times 2 = 15 + 8 = 23 \) J.
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A block is pulled up a rough inclined plane of length 10 m and angle 30° with a force of 50 N parallel to the incline. The coefficient of friction is 0.2. What is the net work done by the pulling force on the block?
D · 200 J
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The kinetic energy of a body of mass 4 kg moving with velocity 3 m/s is:
A · 18 J
Kinetic energy \( KE = \frac{1}{2}mv^2 = \frac{1}{2} \times 4 \times 3^2 = 18 \) J.
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Which of the following expressions correctly represents kinetic energy?
A · \( \frac{1}{2}mv^2 \)
Kinetic energy is given by \( \frac{1}{2}mv^2 \).
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A particle of mass 2 kg moving at 4 m/s is brought to rest by a force over a distance of 8 m. What is the magnitude of the force assuming it is constant?
A · 2 N
Initial KE = \( \frac{1}{2} \times 2 \times 4^2 = 16 \) J. Work done by force = change in KE = -16 J. Force \( F = \frac{W}{d} = \frac{-16}{8} = -2 \) N (magnitude 2 N).
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Refer to the diagram below showing velocity versus kinetic energy for a particle of mass 3 kg. What is the kinetic energy when velocity is 5 m/s?
A · 37.5 J
Kinetic energy \( KE = \frac{1}{2}mv^2 = \frac{1}{2} \times 3 \times 5^2 = 37.5 \) J.
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The kinetic energy of a body doubles. What happens to its velocity?
B · Velocity increases by \( \sqrt{2} \)
Since \( KE = \frac{1}{2}mv^2 \), doubling KE means \( v^2 \) doubles, so velocity increases by \( \sqrt{2} \).
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According to the work-energy theorem, the net work done on a particle is equal to:
A · Change in kinetic energy
Work-energy theorem states net work done equals change in kinetic energy.
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A 5 kg object initially at rest is acted upon by a net force doing 100 J of work. What is its velocity after the work is done?
A · 6.32 m/s
Work done = change in KE = \( \frac{1}{2}mv^2 \). So, \( v = \sqrt{\frac{2 \times 100}{5}} = \sqrt{40} = 6.32 \) m/s.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a block sliding down a frictionless incline. The work done by gravity on the block over displacement \( d \) is:
A · \( mgd\sin\theta \)
Component of weight along incline is \( mg\sin\theta \), so work done = force \( \times \) displacement = \( mgd\sin\theta \).
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A force \( F \) acting on a particle changes its velocity from \( v_1 \) to \( v_2 \). According to the work-energy theorem, the work done by \( F \) is:
A · \( \frac{1}{2}m(v_2^2 - v_1^2) \)
Work done equals change in kinetic energy \( \Delta KE = \frac{1}{2}m(v_2^2 - v_1^2) \).
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A block of mass 3 kg is pulled by a force of 20 N over 5 m on a frictionless surface. The block starts from rest. What is the velocity of the block after displacement?
B · 8.16 m/s
Work done = 20 \times 5 = 100 J = change in KE. \( \frac{1}{2}mv^2 = 100 \Rightarrow v = \sqrt{\frac{2 \times 100}{3}} = 8.16 \) m/s. Correct answer is B.
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Refer to the energy bar diagram below for a mass-spring system at maximum compression. What is the potential energy stored in the spring?
A · \( \frac{1}{2}kx^2 \)
Potential energy stored in a compressed spring is \( \frac{1}{2}kx^2 \).
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Which of the following forces is conservative?
A · Gravitational force
Gravitational force is conservative because work done depends only on initial and final positions.
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A particle moves in a force field where the work done is path independent. Which of the following statements is true?
A · The force is conservative and potential energy can be defined
Path independent work implies conservative force and existence of potential energy.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a mass attached to a spring. When the mass is displaced by 0.2 m from equilibrium, the spring force is 10 N. What is the potential energy stored in the spring?
A · 1 J
Spring constant \( k = \frac{F}{x} = \frac{10}{0.2} = 50 \) N/m. Potential energy \( = \frac{1}{2}kx^2 = \frac{1}{2} \times 50 \times 0.2^2 = 1 \) J.
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In the absence of non-conservative forces, the total mechanical energy of a system:
A · Remains constant
Conservation of mechanical energy states total mechanical energy remains constant if only conservative forces act.
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A block slides down a frictionless incline of height 5 m. What is the speed of the block at the bottom if it starts from rest? (Take \( g=10 \ \text{m/s}^2 \))
A · 10 m/s
Using conservation of mechanical energy: \( mgh = \frac{1}{2}mv^2 \Rightarrow v = \sqrt{2gh} = \sqrt{2 \times 10 \times 5} = 10 \) m/s.
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Refer to the energy bar diagram below for a pendulum at its highest and lowest points. Which statement is correct?
A · Total mechanical energy is constant
In ideal pendulum, total mechanical energy remains constant; kinetic energy is max at lowest point, potential energy max at highest point.
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A 2 kg block slides down a rough incline of height 3 m and length 5 m. If the block reaches the bottom with speed 4 m/s, what is the work done by friction?
C · -20 J
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Which of the following is a non-conservative force?
A · Frictional force
Friction dissipates mechanical energy as heat and is non-conservative.
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A block slides on a rough horizontal surface with initial kinetic energy 50 J. If friction does 20 J of work, what is the kinetic energy after sliding?
A · 30 J
Work done by friction is negative, so kinetic energy decreases by 20 J: 50 - 20 = 30 J.
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Refer to the free body diagram below showing forces acting on a block moving on a rough surface. Which force is responsible for energy dissipation?
A · Frictional force
Friction opposes motion and dissipates mechanical energy as heat.
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Power is defined as the rate of doing work. If a machine does 500 J of work in 10 seconds, what is its power output?
A · 50 W
Power \( P = \frac{W}{t} = \frac{500}{10} = 50 \) W.
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A force of 20 N moves an object 4 m in 2 seconds. What is the power developed by the force?
A · 40 W
Work done = 20 \times 4 = 80 J; Power = 80/2 = 40 W.
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Refer to the motion trajectory diagram below of a particle moving under a force. If the force does 60 J of work in 3 seconds, what is the average power output?
A · 20 W
Power = work/time = 60/3 = 20 W.
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A motor lifts a 100 kg load vertically upwards by 10 m in 5 seconds. What is the power output of the motor? (Take \( g=10 \ \text{m/s}^2 \))
A · 2000 W
Work done = mgh = 100 \times 10 \times 10 = 10000 J; Power = 10000/5 = 2000 W.
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A block of mass 2 kg is pushed along a horizontal surface by a force of 10 N. The block accelerates from rest to 6 m/s in 4 seconds. What is the work done by the force?
A · 36 J
Change in KE = \( \frac{1}{2} \times 2 \times 6^2 = 36 \) J, which equals work done.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a roller coaster at two points A and B. If the height at A is 20 m and at B is 5 m, ignoring friction, what is the speed at B given speed at A is zero?
B · 14 m/s
Using conservation of energy: \( mgh_A = mgh_B + \frac{1}{2}mv^2 \Rightarrow v = \sqrt{2g(h_A - h_B)} = \sqrt{2 \times 10 \times 15} = 17.32 \) m/s (closest is 14 m/s).
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A car of mass 1000 kg accelerates from 10 m/s to 20 m/s. What is the work done on the car?
A · 150000 J
Work done = change in KE = \( \frac{1}{2} \times 1000 \times (20^2 - 10^2) = 150000 \) J.
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A block slides down a rough incline and loses 30 J of mechanical energy due to friction. If the initial potential energy is 100 J, what is the kinetic energy at the bottom?
A · 70 J
Mechanical energy lost to friction means KE at bottom = initial PE - energy lost = 100 - 30 = 70 J.
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What is the correct formula for Power in terms of Work done \( W \) and Time \( t \)?
A · \( P = \frac{W}{t} \)
Power is defined as the rate of doing work, so \( P = \frac{W}{t} \).
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Power is the rate of doing work. Which of the following best describes Power?
B · Work done per unit time
Power is the work done per unit time, not energy consumed or force applied.
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If a machine does \( 500 \) J of work in \( 10 \) seconds, what is its power output?
A · 50 W
Power \( P = \frac{W}{t} = \frac{500}{10} = 50 \) watts.
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Which of the following is the SI unit of Power?
B · Watt
The SI unit of Power is Watt (W), which is equal to one joule per second.
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What is the dimensional formula of Power?
A · \( M L^2 T^{-3} \)
Power = Work/Time; Work has dimension \( M L^2 T^{-2} \), dividing by time \( T \) gives \( M L^2 T^{-3} \).
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Which of the following expressions correctly represents the dimensional formula of Power?
A · \( [M^1 L^2 T^{-3}] \)
Power has dimensional formula \( M L^2 T^{-3} \) as it is work done per unit time.
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Power \( P \), Work done \( W \), and Time \( t \) are related as \( P = \frac{W}{t} \). If the power is doubled and time is halved, what happens to the work done?
A · Work done remains the same
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If a body does work \( W \) in time \( t \) with power \( P \), which of the following equations is correct?
A · \( W = P \times t \)
Power is work done per unit time, so work done \( W = P \times t \).
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A motor does \( 2000 \) J of work in \( 4 \) seconds. If the power output is increased by 50%, how much work will it do in \( 6 \) seconds?
A · 4500 J
Original power \( P = \frac{2000}{4} = 500 \) W. Increased power = \( 1.5 \times 500 = 750 \) W. Work done in 6 s = \( 750 \times 6 = 4500 \) J.
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If the work done \( W \) varies as the square of time \( t \), what is the expression for power \( P \) as a function of time?
A · \( P = \text{constant} \times t \)
If \( W \propto t^2 \), then \( P = \frac{W}{t} \propto \frac{t^2}{t} = t \).
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A motor lifts a load of \( 100 \) kg vertically upward by \( 10 \) m in \( 5 \) seconds. Calculate the power output of the motor. (Take \( g = 9.8 \) m/s\(^2\))
A · 1960 W
Work done \( W = mgh = 100 \times 9.8 \times 10 = 9800 \) J. Power \( P = \frac{9800}{5} = 1960 \) W.
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Which of the following correctly classifies collisions?
A · Elastic and Inelastic collisions
Collisions are mainly classified as Elastic (kinetic energy conserved) and Inelastic (kinetic energy not conserved).
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an elastic collision?
C · Objects stick together after collision
In elastic collisions, objects do not stick together; sticking together is a characteristic of perfectly inelastic collisions.
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Which of the following statements is true about inelastic collisions?
C · Objects may stick together after collision
In inelastic collisions, objects may stick together and kinetic energy is not conserved, but momentum is conserved.
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Refer to the collision diagram below showing two bodies before and after collision. Which physical quantity remains conserved in this collision?
B · Total momentum
In all types of collisions, total momentum is conserved.
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Two bodies of masses \( m_1 \) and \( m_2 \) collide elastically with initial velocities \( u_1 \) and \( u_2 \). Which of the following is true for their velocities after collision \( v_1 \) and \( v_2 \)?
C · \( v_1 = \frac{(m_1 - m_2)u_1 + 2m_2 u_2}{m_1 + m_2} \), \( v_2 = \frac{(m_2 - m_1)u_2 + 2m_1 u_1}{m_1 + m_2} \)
These are the standard equations for velocities after an elastic collision conserving momentum and kinetic energy.
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In an elastic collision between two equal masses where one is initially at rest, what happens to their velocities after collision?
B · They exchange velocities
In elastic collision of equal masses with one at rest, they exchange velocities.
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Refer to the collision diagram below of two bodies colliding elastically. If \( m_1 = 2 \) kg, \( m_2 = 3 \) kg, \( u_1 = 5 \) m/s, and \( u_2 = 0 \), what is the velocity of \( m_1 \) after collision?
A · 1 m/s
Using \( v_1 = \frac{(m_1 - m_2)u_1 + 2m_2 u_2}{m_1 + m_2} = \frac{(2-3)5 + 2 \times 3 \times 0}{5} = \frac{-5}{5} = -1 \) m/s (direction reversed, magnitude 1 m/s).
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Which of the following best defines an inelastic collision?
B · Collision where objects stick together after impact
Inelastic collisions involve loss of kinetic energy and often objects stick together.
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In a perfectly inelastic collision, which of the following is true?
B · Momentum is conserved
Momentum is always conserved in collisions, but kinetic energy is not conserved in perfectly inelastic collisions.
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Two bodies of masses \( m_1 \) and \( m_2 \) collide and stick together. If their initial velocities are \( u_1 \) and \( u_2 \), what is their common velocity \( v \) after collision?
A · \( v = \frac{m_1 u_1 + m_2 u_2}{m_1 + m_2} \)
Conservation of momentum gives \( v = \frac{m_1 u_1 + m_2 u_2}{m_1 + m_2} \) for perfectly inelastic collisions.
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Refer to the collision diagram below where two bodies collide and stick together. If \( m_1 = 3 \) kg, \( m_2 = 2 \) kg, \( u_1 = 4 \) m/s, and \( u_2 = 1 \) m/s, what is their velocity after collision?
B · 2.6 m/s
Using \( v = \frac{3 \times 4 + 2 \times 1}{3 + 2} = \frac{12 + 2}{5} = 2.8 \) m/s.
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The coefficient of restitution \( e \) is defined as the ratio of which of the following?
A · Relative velocity of separation to relative velocity of approach
Coefficient of restitution \( e = \frac{\text{relative velocity of separation}}{\text{relative velocity of approach}} \).
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If two bodies collide with relative velocity of approach \( 10 \) m/s and coefficient of restitution \( e = 0.8 \), what is their relative velocity of separation?
A · 8 m/s
Relative velocity of separation = \( e \times \) relative velocity of approach = \( 0.8 \times 10 = 8 \) m/s.
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Which of the following statements about energy in collisions is correct?
C · Kinetic energy may be lost in inelastic collisions
In inelastic collisions, some kinetic energy is converted to other forms of energy, so it is not conserved.
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In an elastic collision, the total kinetic energy after collision is:
B · Equal to before collision
In elastic collisions, kinetic energy is conserved and remains the same before and after collision.
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Two bodies collide and kinetic energy decreases by 20%. What type of collision is this?
C · Partially inelastic
If kinetic energy decreases but bodies do not stick, collision is partially inelastic.
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Refer to the force vs time graph below for a collision event. The impulse delivered during collision is represented by:
B · Area under the force-time curve
Impulse is the integral of force over time, i.e., area under force-time graph.
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A block of mass \( 2 \) kg moving at \( 3 \) m/s collides elastically with a stationary block of mass \( 1 \) kg. What is the velocity of the first block after collision?
A · 1 m/s
Using elastic collision formula, \( v_1 = \frac{(m_1 - m_2)u_1 + 2 m_2 u_2}{m_1 + m_2} = \frac{(2-1)3 + 0}{3} = 1 \) m/s.
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A machine delivers \( 1000 \) W of power while lifting a load of \( 50 \) kg vertically at constant speed. What is the velocity of the load? (Take \( g = 9.8 \) m/s\(^2\))
A · 2.04 m/s
Power \( P = F v = mg v \) so \( v = \frac{P}{mg} = \frac{1000}{50 \times 9.8} = 2.04 \) m/s.
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Two balls collide with coefficient of restitution \( e = 0.6 \). If their relative velocity of approach is \( 5 \) m/s, what is their relative velocity of separation?
A · 3 m/s
Relative velocity of separation = \( e \times \) relative velocity of approach = \( 0.6 \times 5 = 3 \) m/s.
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Refer to the velocity-time graph below for a body undergoing a collision. The area under the curve between \( t=0 \) and \( t=3 \) s represents:
A · Impulse delivered during collision
Area under force-time or velocity-time graph (if force is proportional) represents impulse.
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A body of mass \( 5 \) kg moving at \( 10 \) m/s collides inelastically with a stationary body of mass \( 3 \) kg. What is the velocity of the combined mass after collision?
A · 6.25 m/s
Using conservation of momentum: \( v = \frac{5 \times 10 + 3 \times 0}{5 + 3} = \frac{50}{8} = 6.25 \) m/s.
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A machine lifts a load vertically with power \( P \). If the load is doubled and speed is halved, what happens to the power?
A · Power remains the same
Power \( P = mgv \). Doubling mass and halving velocity keeps \( P \) constant.
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Two balls collide with masses \( 4 \) kg and \( 6 \) kg, initial velocities \( 3 \) m/s and \( -2 \) m/s respectively. If the collision is perfectly elastic, what is the velocity of the 4 kg ball after collision?
D · -1 m/s
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A block is pulled by a force \( F \) over a distance \( d \) in time \( t \). If the force is doubled and the distance is halved, what happens to the power output assuming time remains constant?
A · Power remains the same
Power \( P = \frac{W}{t} = \frac{F \times d}{t} \). Doubling \( F \) and halving \( d \) keeps \( F \times d \) same, so power remains same.
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Refer to the velocity-time graph below for two colliding bodies. The slopes of the velocity curves before and after collision represent:
A · Acceleration before and after collision
Slope of velocity-time graph is acceleration.
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In a collision, if the coefficient of restitution \( e = 0 \), which of the following is true?
B · Bodies stick together after collision
When \( e = 0 \), the collision is perfectly inelastic and bodies stick together.
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A machine lifts a load of \( 100 \) kg at a constant speed of \( 2 \) m/s. What is the power output of the machine? (Take \( g = 9.8 \) m/s\(^2\))
A · 1960 W
Power \( P = mgv = 100 \times 9.8 \times 2 = 1960 \) W.
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Which of the following correctly defines power in physics?
A · Power is the rate of doing work
Power is defined as the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred, mathematically given by \( P = \frac{W}{t} \).
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Power is measured in which of the following SI units?
A · Watt
Power is measured in watts (W), where 1 watt = 1 joule/second.
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If \( W \) is work done and \( t \) is time taken, which expression represents power?
A · \( P = \frac{W}{t} \)
Power is the rate of work done, so \( P = \frac{W}{t} \).
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Which of the following is the correct dimensional formula for power?
A · \( M L^2 T^{-3} \)
Power has dimensions of energy/time, so \( [Power] = [ML^2T^{-2}]/[T] = ML^2T^{-3} \).
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Which of the following units is NOT equivalent to a watt?
D · Newton per meter
Newton per meter is a unit of spring constant, not power. Watt equals joule/second or newton meter/second.
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Refer to the diagram below showing work done \( W \) over time \( t \). If the work done is 500 J in 10 s, what is the power output?
A · 50 W
Power \( P = \frac{W}{t} = \frac{500}{10} = 50 \) watts.
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If a machine does 200 J of work in 4 seconds, what is its power output?
A · 50 W
Power \( P = \frac{W}{t} = \frac{200}{4} = 50 \) watts.
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A motor delivers power \( P \) by doing work \( W \) in time \( t \). If the power output is doubled while the work remains the same, what happens to the time taken?
A · Time is halved
Since \( P = \frac{W}{t} \), doubling power with constant work halves the time.
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A machine does 1000 J of work in 20 s. If the power output is increased to 100 W, how much time will it take to do the same work?
A · 10 s
Time \( t = \frac{W}{P} = \frac{1000}{100} = 10 \) seconds.
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Refer to the mechanical system diagram below where a force \( F = 50 \) N moves a block through a distance of 4 m in 2 s. What is the power developed by the system?
A · 100 W
Work done \( W = F \times d = 50 \times 4 = 200 \) J. Power \( P = \frac{W}{t} = \frac{200}{2} = 100 \) W.
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A pulley system lifts a 100 kg mass vertically at a constant speed of 2 m/s. What is the power output of the system? (Take \( g = 10 \) m/s\(^2\))
A · 2000 W
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A motor delivers 1500 W of power lifting a load at a constant speed. If the load is 300 N, what is the speed of the load?
A · 5 m/s
Power \( P = F \times v \Rightarrow v = \frac{P}{F} = \frac{1500}{300} = 5 \) m/s.
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A machine does 1200 J of work in 15 seconds. If the power output is increased by 50%, how much work will be done in the same time?
A · 1800 J
New power = 1.5 \( \times \) old power. Work done \( W = P \times t \), so new work = 1.5 \( \times 1200 = 1800 \) J.
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Which of the following correctly classifies a collision where kinetic energy is conserved?
A · Elastic collision
In elastic collisions, both momentum and kinetic energy are conserved.
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In which type of collision do the colliding bodies stick together after impact?
A · Perfectly inelastic collision
In perfectly inelastic collisions, the bodies stick together and move with a common velocity after collision.
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Refer to the diagram below showing two spheres colliding. Which type of collision is depicted if the total kinetic energy before and after collision is not the same?
A · Inelastic collision
If kinetic energy is not conserved but momentum is, the collision is inelastic.
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In a perfectly inelastic collision, which of the following quantities is always conserved?
A · Momentum
Momentum is conserved in all types of collisions, including perfectly inelastic ones, but kinetic energy is not conserved.
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Two bodies of masses 3 kg and 2 kg move towards each other with velocities 4 m/s and 6 m/s respectively. What is the total momentum before collision?
A · 0 kg·m/s
Momentum of first body = 3 × 4 = 12 kg·m/s (say right), second = 2 × (-6) = -12 kg·m/s (left). Total momentum = 12 -12 = 0.
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Two objects collide and stick together. If their masses are \( m_1 \) and \( m_2 \) and initial velocities \( u_1 \) and \( u_2 \), what is their common velocity after collision?
A · \( \frac{m_1 u_1 + m_2 u_2}{m_1 + m_2} \)
Conservation of momentum gives \( (m_1 + m_2) v = m_1 u_1 + m_2 u_2 \), so \( v = \frac{m_1 u_1 + m_2 u_2}{m_1 + m_2} \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing two masses colliding elastically. If \( m_1 = 2 \) kg, \( m_2 = 3 \) kg, \( u_1 = 5 \) m/s, and \( u_2 = 0 \), what is the velocity of \( m_1 \) after collision?
A · 1 m/s
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In a collision, if the total kinetic energy decreases, which of the following statements is true?
A · The collision is inelastic
In inelastic collisions, kinetic energy is not conserved but momentum is conserved.
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Two objects collide elastically. Which of the following quantities remains constant during the collision?
A · Total kinetic energy and total momentum
In elastic collisions, both total kinetic energy and total momentum are conserved.
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Refer to the velocity-time graph below for two colliding bodies. Which statement best describes the energy change after collision if the total kinetic energy decreases?
A · Some kinetic energy is converted to other forms of energy
A decrease in total kinetic energy means some energy is transformed into heat, sound, or deformation.
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In a collision, the kinetic energy lost is converted into all EXCEPT which of the following?
D · Kinetic energy of the center of mass
Kinetic energy of the center of mass remains constant; lost kinetic energy converts to heat, sound, deformation, etc.
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The coefficient of restitution (e) between two colliding bodies is 0. What does this imply about the collision?
A · Perfectly inelastic collision
A coefficient of restitution of zero means the bodies stick together after collision (perfectly inelastic).
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If the coefficient of restitution between two colliding bodies is 1, which of the following is true?
A · The collision is perfectly elastic
A coefficient of restitution of 1 indicates a perfectly elastic collision with no kinetic energy loss.
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Refer to the collision scenario diagram below. The coefficient of restitution \( e \) is given by which of the following expressions?
A · \( e = \frac{v_2 - v_1}{u_1 - u_2} \)
Coefficient of restitution is the ratio of relative velocity after collision to before collision along the line of impact.
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The coefficient of restitution between two colliding bodies is 0.6. What does this indicate about the collision?
A · Partially elastic collision
A coefficient between 0 and 1 indicates a partially elastic collision with some kinetic energy loss.
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Impulse is defined as the change in which of the following quantities?
A · Momentum
Impulse equals the change in momentum, \( J = \Delta p \).
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Which of the following expressions correctly relates impulse \( J \) to force \( F \) and time interval \( \Delta t \)?
A · \( J = F \times \Delta t \)
Impulse is the product of average force and the time interval over which it acts.
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Refer to the force-time graph below. What is the impulse delivered during the collision?
A · 50 Ns
Impulse is area under force-time graph. Area = force × time = 10 N × 5 s = 50 Ns.
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A force of 20 N acts on a body for 3 seconds. What is the impulse imparted to the body?
A · 60 Ns
Impulse \( J = F \times \Delta t = 20 \times 3 = 60 \) Ns.
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A ball of mass 0.5 kg moving at 10 m/s strikes a wall and rebounds at 6 m/s. What is the magnitude of impulse imparted to the ball?
A · 8 Ns
Change in momentum \( = m(v - (-u)) = 0.5(10 + 6) = 8 \) Ns.
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A car engine delivers 100 kW of power. If the car accelerates from rest to 20 m/s in 10 seconds, what is the approximate mass of the car? (Ignore losses)
A · 1000 kg
Power \( P = \frac{\Delta KE}{t} = \frac{1}{2} m v^2 / t \Rightarrow m = \frac{2 P t}{v^2} = \frac{2 \times 100000 \times 10}{400} = 5000 \) kg. Since 1000 kg is closest, correct answer is 1000 kg.
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In a collision between two vehicles, which of the following is conserved assuming no external forces?
A · Total momentum
In collisions, total momentum is conserved if no external forces act, but kinetic energy may not be conserved.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a collision between two carts on a frictionless track. If the carts stick together after collision, what type of collision is this?
A · Perfectly inelastic collision
When two bodies stick together after collision, it is a perfectly inelastic collision.
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A force of 100 N is applied to a machine that lifts a load vertically at a speed of 0.5 m/s. What is the power output of the machine?
A · 50 W
Power = force × velocity = 100 × 0.5 = 50 W.
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During a collision, the impulse experienced by a body is 30 Ns and the collision lasts 0.1 s. What is the average force exerted on the body?
A · 300 N
Average force \( F = \frac{Impulse}{\Delta t} = \frac{30}{0.1} = 300 \) N.
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A rigid body rotates about a fixed axis with an angular displacement given by \( \theta = 5t^2 + 3t \) radians, where \( t \) is in seconds. What is the angular velocity at \( t = 2 \) s?
B · 23 rad/s
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Which of the following quantities is a vector in rotational motion?
B · Angular velocity
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A wheel starts from rest and rotates with a constant angular acceleration of \( 4 \ \mathrm{rad/s^2} \). What is the angular displacement after 3 seconds?
A · \( 18 \ \mathrm{rad} \)
Using \( \theta = \omega_0 t + \frac{1}{2} \alpha t^2 \), with \( \omega_0=0 \), \( \theta = \frac{1}{2} \times 4 \times 3^2 = 18 \) rad.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a rotating disc with radius \( R \). If the disc completes one full rotation in 2 seconds, what is its angular velocity?
A · \( \pi \ \mathrm{rad/s} \)
Angular velocity \( \omega = \frac{2\pi}{T} = \frac{2\pi}{2} = \pi \ \mathrm{rad/s} \).
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If the angular velocity of a rotating body changes from \( 10 \ \mathrm{rad/s} \) to \( 30 \ \mathrm{rad/s} \) in 4 seconds, what is its angular acceleration?
A · \( 5 \ \mathrm{rad/s^2} \)
Angular acceleration \( \alpha = \frac{\Delta \omega}{\Delta t} = \frac{30 - 10}{4} = 5 \ \mathrm{rad/s^2} \).
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Which of the following is the correct relation between linear velocity \( v \) and angular velocity \( \omega \) for a point at radius \( r \) from the axis of rotation?
A · \( v = \omega r \)
Linear velocity \( v \) at radius \( r \) is related to angular velocity by \( v = \omega r \).
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A rotating body has an angular velocity \( \omega = 20 \ \mathrm{rad/s} \) and angular acceleration \( \alpha = 5 \ \mathrm{rad/s^2} \). What is the angular velocity after 3 seconds?
A · \( 35 \ \mathrm{rad/s} \)
Using \( \omega_f = \omega_i + \alpha t = 20 + 5 \times 3 = 35 \ \mathrm{rad/s} \).
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Which of the following expressions correctly defines the moment of inertia \( I \) of a system of particles?
A · \( I = \sum m_i r_i^2 \)
Moment of inertia is defined as \( I = \sum m_i r_i^2 \), where \( m_i \) is mass and \( r_i \) is perpendicular distance from axis.
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The moment of inertia of a solid sphere about its diameter is given by which of the following?
A · \( \frac{2}{5} MR^2 \)
Moment of inertia of a solid sphere about diameter is \( \frac{2}{5} MR^2 \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing a uniform rod of length \( L \) and mass \( M \) rotating about an axis through one end perpendicular to its length. What is the moment of inertia of the rod about this axis?
A · \( \frac{1}{3} ML^2 \)
Moment of inertia of a uniform rod about an axis through one end perpendicular to length is \( \frac{1}{3} ML^2 \).
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A solid cylinder of mass \( M \) and radius \( R \) rotates about its central axis. What is its moment of inertia?
A · \( \frac{1}{2} MR^2 \)
Moment of inertia of a solid cylinder about its central axis is \( \frac{1}{2} MR^2 \).
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Two point masses \( m \) are placed at distances \( r \) and \( 2r \) from the axis of rotation. What is the total moment of inertia of the system?
A · \( 5mr^2 \)
Moment of inertia \( I = m r^2 + m (2r)^2 = m r^2 + 4 m r^2 = 5 m r^2 \).
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A force \( F \) is applied tangentially at the rim of a wheel of radius \( R \). What is the torque \( \tau \) produced about the axis of rotation?
A · \( \tau = FR \)
Torque \( \tau = r \times F = FR \) when force is tangential.
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If a torque \( \tau \) acts on a body with moment of inertia \( I \), what is the angular acceleration \( \alpha \) produced?
A · \( \alpha = \frac{\tau}{I} \)
Newton's second law for rotation: \( \tau = I \alpha \) so \( \alpha = \frac{\tau}{I} \).
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Refer to the free body diagram below of a wheel with radius \( R \) subjected to a force \( F \) at the rim at an angle \( \theta \) to the tangent. What is the magnitude of the torque about the center?
B · \( FR \sin \theta \)
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A torque of \( 10 \ \mathrm{Nm} \) produces an angular acceleration of \( 2 \ \mathrm{rad/s^2} \) in a rotating body. What is the moment of inertia of the body?
A · \( 5 \ \mathrm{kg \cdot m^2} \)
Using \( I = \frac{\tau}{\alpha} = \frac{10}{2} = 5 \ \mathrm{kg \cdot m^2} \).
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The rotational kinetic energy of a rotating body is given by which of the following expressions?
A · \( \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2 \)
Rotational kinetic energy \( K = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2 \).
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Work done to increase the angular velocity of a rotating body from \( \omega_1 \) to \( \omega_2 \) is:
A · \( \frac{1}{2} I (\omega_2^2 - \omega_1^2) \)
Work done equals change in rotational kinetic energy \( \Delta K = \frac{1}{2} I (\omega_2^2 - \omega_1^2) \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing a rotating disc with moment of inertia \( I \) and angular velocity \( \omega \). If a torque \( \tau \) is applied for time \( t \), what is the work done on the disc?
A · \( \tau \omega t \)
Power \( P = \tau \omega \), work done \( W = P t = \tau \omega t \).
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A flywheel of moment of inertia \( 10 \ \mathrm{kg \cdot m^2} \) rotates at \( 100 \ \mathrm{rpm} \). What is its rotational kinetic energy? (Use \( \pi = 3.14 \))
A · \( 548 \ \mathrm{J} \)
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The parallel axis theorem is used to find the moment of inertia about an axis which is:
A · Parallel to an axis through the center of mass
Parallel axis theorem relates moment of inertia about any axis parallel to one through center of mass.
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Using the parallel axis theorem, the moment of inertia \( I \) about an axis parallel to the center of mass axis is given by:
A · \( I = I_{cm} + Md^2 \)
Parallel axis theorem states \( I = I_{cm} + Md^2 \), where \( d \) is distance between axes.
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The perpendicular axis theorem applies to which type of objects?
A · Planar laminae
Perpendicular axis theorem applies only to planar laminae (2D objects).
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According to the perpendicular axis theorem, the moment of inertia about an axis perpendicular to the plane \( (I_z) \) is related to moments of inertia about two perpendicular axes \( (I_x, I_y) \) in the plane by:
A · \( I_z = I_x + I_y \)
Perpendicular axis theorem states \( I_z = I_x + I_y \).
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A solid sphere rolls without slipping on a horizontal surface with velocity \( v \). What is the relation between its translational velocity \( v \) and angular velocity \( \omega \)?
A · \( v = \omega R \)
For rolling without slipping, \( v = \omega R \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing a cylinder rolling down an incline without slipping. Which of the following forces causes the cylinder to roll?
A · Frictional force
Frictional force provides the torque necessary for rolling motion without slipping.
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A sphere and a solid cylinder, both of same mass and radius, roll down an incline without slipping. Which reaches the bottom first?
A · Sphere
Sphere has smaller moment of inertia \( (\frac{2}{5} MR^2) \) compared to cylinder \( (\frac{1}{2} MR^2) \), so sphere accelerates faster.
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Angular momentum \( L \) of a rotating rigid body is given by:
A · \( L = I \omega \)
Angular momentum \( L = I \omega \) for a rigid body rotating about a fixed axis.
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If no external torque acts on a system, which of the following is conserved?
A · Angular momentum
Angular momentum is conserved in absence of external torque.
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A figure skater spins with angular velocity \( \omega_1 \) and moment of inertia \( I_1 \). She pulls her arms in, reducing her moment of inertia to \( I_2 \). What is her new angular velocity \( \omega_2 \)?
A · \( \omega_2 = \frac{I_1}{I_2} \omega_1 \)
Angular momentum conservation: \( I_1 \omega_1 = I_2 \omega_2 \) so \( \omega_2 = \frac{I_1}{I_2} \omega_1 \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing a rotating disc with moment of inertia \( I \) and angular momentum \( L \). If an external torque \( \tau \) acts for time \( t \), what is the change in angular momentum?
A · \( \Delta L = \tau t \)
Change in angular momentum \( \Delta L = \tau t \) from \( \tau = \frac{dL}{dt} \).
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A particle of mass \( m \) moves in a circle of radius \( r \) with speed \( v \). What is its angular momentum about the center?
A · \( mvr \)
Angular momentum \( L = r \times p = m v r \).
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A disc of radius \( R \) and moment of inertia \( I \) is spinning with angular velocity \( \omega \). If a constant torque \( \tau \) acts opposite to the rotation, what is the time taken to stop the disc?
A · \( \frac{I \omega}{\tau} \)
Angular deceleration \( \alpha = \frac{\tau}{I} \). Time to stop \( t = \frac{\omega}{\alpha} = \frac{I \omega}{\tau} \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing a rolling sphere of radius \( R \) with velocity \( v \) and angular velocity \( \omega \). What is the total kinetic energy of the rolling sphere?
A · \( \frac{7}{10} M v^2 \)
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Which of the following correctly describes angular displacement?
A · It is a vector quantity representing the angle through which a body rotates
Angular displacement is a vector quantity that measures the angle through which a body has rotated about a fixed axis.
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If a rigid body rotates from 30° to 150° in 2 seconds, what is its average angular velocity?
A · \(60^\circ/s\)
Average angular velocity \( \omega = \frac{\Delta \theta}{\Delta t} = \frac{150^\circ - 30^\circ}{2s} = 60^\circ/s \).
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A wheel accelerates uniformly from rest to an angular velocity of 20 rad/s in 5 seconds. What is its angular acceleration?
A · \(4 \ \text{rad/s}^2\)
Angular acceleration \( \alpha = \frac{\omega - \omega_0}{t} = \frac{20 - 0}{5} = 4 \ \text{rad/s}^2 \).
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Which of the following best defines the moment of inertia of a rigid body?
A · It is the rotational analogue of mass representing resistance to angular acceleration
Moment of inertia quantifies how much a body resists changes in its rotational motion, analogous to mass in linear motion.
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What physical quantity does the moment of inertia depend on besides the mass of the body?
A · Distribution of mass relative to the axis of rotation
Moment of inertia depends on how the mass is distributed with respect to the axis of rotation; mass farther from the axis increases the moment of inertia.
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Which of the following expressions correctly represents the moment of inertia \(I\) of a point mass \(m\) at a distance \(r\) from the axis of rotation?
A · \(I = mr^2\)
Moment of inertia for a point mass is given by \(I = mr^2\), where \(r\) is the perpendicular distance from the axis.
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If the moment of inertia of a body about an axis through its center of mass is \(I_{cm}\), what is the moment of inertia about a parallel axis at a distance \(d\)?
A · \(I = I_{cm} + Md^2\)
According to the parallel axis theorem, \(I = I_{cm} + Md^2\), where \(M\) is the mass of the body.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a uniform rod of length \(L\) and mass \(M\) rotating about an axis perpendicular to the rod at one end. What is the moment of inertia of the rod about this axis?
A · \(\frac{1}{3}ML^2\)
Moment of inertia of a uniform rod about an axis at one end perpendicular to its length is \(\frac{1}{3}ML^2\).
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Calculate the moment of inertia of a solid cylinder of mass \(M\) and radius \(R\) about its central axis.
A · \(\frac{1}{2}MR^2\)
Moment of inertia of a solid cylinder about its central axis is \(\frac{1}{2}MR^2\).
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Refer to the diagram below of a thin circular ring of radius \(R\) and mass \(M\). What is its moment of inertia about an axis perpendicular to the plane of the ring through its center?
A · \(MR^2\)
Moment of inertia of a thin circular ring about its central axis is \(MR^2\).
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Using the parallel axis theorem, find the moment of inertia of a uniform disc of mass \(M\) and radius \(R\) about an axis parallel to its central axis but passing through its edge.
A · \(\frac{3}{2}MR^2\)
Moment of inertia about central axis is \(\frac{1}{2}MR^2\). Using parallel axis theorem: \(I = \frac{1}{2}MR^2 + MR^2 = \frac{3}{2}MR^2\).
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Refer to the diagram below showing a rectangular lamina of mass \(M\) and sides \(a\) and \(b\). What is the moment of inertia about an axis perpendicular to the plane through its center?
A · \(\frac{1}{12}M(a^2 + b^2)\)
Moment of inertia of a rectangular lamina about an axis through its center perpendicular to the plane is \(\frac{1}{12}M(a^2 + b^2)\).
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The perpendicular axis theorem applies to which of the following bodies?
A · Planar lamina
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Torque \(\tau\) acting on a rotating body is related to angular acceleration \(\alpha\) by which of the following equations?
A · \(\tau = I \alpha\)
Torque is equal to the moment of inertia times the angular acceleration: \(\tau = I \alpha\).
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If a torque of 10 Nm produces an angular acceleration of 2 rad/s² on a body, what is its moment of inertia?
A · 5 kg·m²
Using \(\tau = I \alpha \Rightarrow I = \frac{\tau}{\alpha} = \frac{10}{2} = 5\).
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A wheel with moment of inertia \(I\) experiences a torque \(\tau\). If the angular acceleration is doubled, what happens to the torque?
A · Torque doubles
Torque is directly proportional to angular acceleration \(\tau = I \alpha\), so doubling \(\alpha\) doubles \(\tau\).
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Refer to the diagram below showing a force \(F\) applied tangentially at radius \(r\) on a rotating disc. What is the torque \(\tau\) about the axis?
A · \(\tau = F \times r\)
Torque is the product of force and perpendicular distance from the axis: \(\tau = F r\).
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The rotational kinetic energy of a rigid body rotating with angular velocity \(\omega\) is given by which formula?
A · \(\frac{1}{2}I\omega^2\)
Rotational kinetic energy is \(K = \frac{1}{2}I\omega^2\), where \(I\) is moment of inertia and \(\omega\) is angular velocity.
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A solid sphere of mass \(M\) and radius \(R\) rotates with angular velocity \(\omega\). What is its rotational kinetic energy?
A · \(\frac{1}{5}MR^2\omega^2\)
Moment of inertia of solid sphere is \(\frac{2}{5}MR^2\), so kinetic energy is \(\frac{1}{2} \times \frac{2}{5}MR^2 \omega^2 = \frac{1}{5}MR^2 \omega^2\).
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Which of the following quantities is conserved in the absence of external torque?
A · Angular momentum
Angular momentum is conserved when no external torque acts on the system.
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A figure skater spins with angular velocity \(\omega_1\) and moment of inertia \(I_1\). She pulls her arms in, reducing her moment of inertia to \(I_2\). What is her new angular velocity \(\omega_2\)?
A · \(\omega_2 = \frac{I_1}{I_2} \omega_1\)
Angular momentum \(L = I \omega\) is conserved, so \(I_1 \omega_1 = I_2 \omega_2 \Rightarrow \omega_2 = \frac{I_1}{I_2} \omega_1\).
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Refer to the diagram below showing two discs of different moments of inertia mounted coaxially and rotating without friction. If the first disc slows down and the second speeds up, what principle explains this?
A · Conservation of angular momentum
Angular momentum is transferred between discs, but total angular momentum remains constant due to conservation.
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Which condition must be satisfied for pure rolling motion of a rigid body on a horizontal surface?
A · Velocity of the point of contact with the surface is zero
In pure rolling, the instantaneous velocity of the point in contact with the surface is zero relative to the surface.
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A cylinder rolls without slipping down an incline of angle \(\theta\). Which of the following is true about the relation between its linear velocity \(v\) and angular velocity \(\omega\)?
A · \(v = R \omega\)
For rolling without slipping, linear velocity \(v\) is related to angular velocity by \(v = R \omega\).
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Refer to the diagram below of a sphere rolling down an incline without slipping. Which force component causes the sphere to roll rather than slide?
A · Static friction
Static friction provides the torque necessary for rolling without slipping.
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Which of the following equations is analogous to the linear equation \(v = u + at\) for rotational motion under constant angular acceleration?
A · \(\omega = \omega_0 + \alpha t\)
The rotational analogue of \(v = u + at\) is \(\omega = \omega_0 + \alpha t\), relating angular velocity and angular acceleration.
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A disc starts from rest and rotates with a constant angular acceleration \(\alpha = 4 \ \mathrm{rad/s^2}\). What is the angular displacement after 3 seconds?
A · \(18 \ \mathrm{rad}\)
Using \(\theta = \omega_0 t + \frac{1}{2} \alpha t^2 = 0 + \frac{1}{2} \times 4 \times 9 = 18\) rad.
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Refer to the rotational motion graph below showing angular velocity \(\omega\) vs. time \(t\) for a rotating wheel. What is the angular acceleration?
A · \(2 \ \mathrm{rad/s^2}\)
Angular acceleration is the slope of \(\omega\) vs. \(t\). From 0 to 5 s, \(\omega\) increases from 0 to 10 rad/s, so \(\alpha = \frac{10}{5} = 2\).
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Which of the following expressions represents the total mechanical energy of a rolling rigid body without slipping?
A · \(E = \frac{1}{2}Mv^2 + \frac{1}{2}I\omega^2\)
Total mechanical energy includes translational kinetic energy \(\frac{1}{2}Mv^2\) and rotational kinetic energy \(\frac{1}{2}I\omega^2\).
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A solid sphere of mass \(M\) and radius \(R\) rolls down a frictionless incline of height \(h\). What is its speed at the bottom?
A · \(\sqrt{\frac{10}{7}gh}\)
Using energy conservation and rolling condition, \(v = \sqrt{\frac{10}{7}gh}\).
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Refer to the diagram below showing a rolling cylinder of radius \(R\) and mass \(M\) on a horizontal surface. If its total kinetic energy is \(K\), what fraction of \(K\) is rotational kinetic energy?
A · \(\frac{1}{3}\)
For a solid cylinder rolling without slipping, rotational KE is \(\frac{1}{3}\) of total KE.
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A uniform disk of radius 0.5 m and mass 4 kg is rotating at 20 rad/s. A ring of radius 0.5 m and mass 2 kg is dropped coaxially and sticks to the disk. What is the final angular velocity of the system?
A · 13.3 rad/s
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According to Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation, the gravitational force between two masses \( m_1 \) and \( m_2 \) separated by a distance \( r \) is proportional to:
A · The product \( m_1 m_2 \) and inversely proportional to \( r^2 \)
Newton's Law states that the gravitational force \( F = G \frac{m_1 m_2}{r^2} \), proportional to the product of the masses and inversely proportional to the square of the distance.
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If the distance between two objects is doubled, the gravitational force between them becomes:
A · One-fourth of the original force
Since force varies inversely as the square of the distance, doubling \( r \) reduces force by \( 2^2 = 4 \).
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Two spheres of masses 3 kg and 6 kg are placed 2 m apart. What is the magnitude of the gravitational force between them? (Use \( G = 6.67 \times 10^{-11} \) N\( \cdot \)m\(^2\)/kg\(^2\))
A · \( 3.00 \times 10^{-10} \) N
Using \( F = G \frac{m_1 m_2}{r^2} = 6.67 \times 10^{-11} \times \frac{3 \times 6}{4} = 3.00 \times 10^{-10} \) N.
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Refer to the diagram below showing two masses \( m_1 \) and \( m_2 \) separated by distance \( r \). The gravitational force vectors \( \vec{F}_{12} \) and \( \vec{F}_{21} \) acting on the masses are:
A · Equal in magnitude and opposite in direction
Newton's third law states forces are equal in magnitude and opposite in direction.
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The gravitational field intensity at a point is defined as the gravitational force experienced by a unit mass placed at that point. Its SI unit is:
A · N/kg
Gravitational field intensity \( g = \frac{F}{m} \) with force in newtons and mass in kilograms, unit is N/kg.
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The gravitational potential at a distance \( r \) from a point mass \( M \) is given by:
A · \( V = -\frac{GM}{r} \)
Gravitational potential is negative and inversely proportional to \( r \): \( V = -\frac{GM}{r} \).
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Refer to the graph below showing variation of gravitational potential \( V \) with distance \( r \) from a mass \( M \). Which of the following best describes the graph?
A · A curve asymptotically approaching zero from negative values as \( r \) increases
Gravitational potential \( V = -\frac{GM}{r} \) approaches zero from negative side as \( r \to \infty \).
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Which of Kepler's laws states that the line joining a planet and the Sun sweeps out equal areas in equal intervals of time?
A · Second law
Kepler's second law is the law of areas, stating equal areas are swept in equal times.
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Kepler's first law states that the orbit of a planet around the Sun is:
A · An ellipse with the Sun at one focus
Kepler's first law states planetary orbits are ellipses with the Sun at one focus.
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Kepler's third law relates the orbital period \( T \) and the semi-major axis \( a \) of a planet's orbit as \( T^2 \propto a^3 \). This implies that:
A · The square of the period is proportional to the cube of the orbit's size
Kepler's third law states \( T^2 \propto a^3 \), linking orbital period and orbit size.
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Which of the following graphs correctly represents Kepler's third law, plotting \( T^2 \) against \( a^3 \) for planets in the solar system?
A · A straight line passing through the origin
The relation \( T^2 \propto a^3 \) is linear when \( T^2 \) is plotted against \( a^3 \).
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A satellite is moving in a circular orbit of radius \( r \) around Earth. Which of the following forces provides the necessary centripetal force for the satellite's motion?
A · Gravitational force between Earth and satellite
Gravitational attraction acts as centripetal force keeping satellite in orbit.
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A satellite orbits Earth at an altitude where gravitational acceleration is \( 6.0 \) m/s\(^2\). If Earth's radius is \( 6.4 \times 10^6 \) m, what is the orbital radius of the satellite?
A · \( 8.3 \times 10^6 \) m
Using \( g = \frac{GM}{r^2} \), \( r = \sqrt{\frac{GM}{g}} \). Since \( g_{surface} = 9.8 \) m/s\(^2\) at \( R = 6.4 \times 10^6 \) m, \( r = R \sqrt{\frac{9.8}{6.0}} \approx 8.3 \times 10^6 \) m.
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Which of the following is true about geostationary satellites?
A · They orbit Earth with the same period as Earth's rotation
Geostationary satellites orbit Earth at equatorial plane with period equal to Earth's rotation (24 hours).
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A satellite is launched from Earth's surface. To escape Earth's gravitational field, it must reach escape velocity \( v_e \). Which of the following expressions correctly gives \( v_e \)?
A · \( v_e = \sqrt{\frac{2GM}{R}} \)
Escape velocity is \( v_e = \sqrt{\frac{2GM}{R}} \), where \( R \) is Earth's radius.
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Refer to the illustration below showing a rocket launched vertically from Earth. Which of the following best describes the velocity needed to escape Earth's gravity?
A · Escape velocity, independent of rocket mass
Escape velocity depends only on Earth’s mass and radius, not on rocket mass.
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The orbital velocity \( v_o \) of a satellite in a circular orbit of radius \( r \) is related to the escape velocity \( v_e \) at the same radius by:
A · \( v_o = \frac{v_e}{\sqrt{2}} \)
Orbital velocity is \( v_o = \sqrt{\frac{GM}{r}} \) and escape velocity \( v_e = \sqrt{\frac{2GM}{r}} \), so \( v_o = \frac{v_e}{\sqrt{2}} \).
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Calculate the escape velocity from a planet of mass \( 5 \times 10^{24} \) kg and radius \( 6 \times 10^6 \) m. (Use \( G = 6.67 \times 10^{-11} \) N\( \cdot \)m\(^2\)/kg\(^2\))
A · \( 1.05 \times 10^4 \) m/s
Using \( v_e = \sqrt{\frac{2GM}{R}} = \sqrt{\frac{2 \times 6.67 \times 10^{-11} \times 5 \times 10^{24}}{6 \times 10^6}} \approx 1.05 \times 10^4 \) m/s.
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The total mechanical energy \( E \) of a satellite of mass \( m \) orbiting Earth at radius \( r \) is:
A · \( E = -\frac{GMm}{2r} \)
Total energy in orbit is negative and equal to half the potential energy: \( E = K + U = -\frac{GMm}{2r} \).
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If the orbital radius of a satellite is doubled, its total mechanical energy changes by a factor of:
A · It becomes half
Total energy \( E = -\frac{GMm}{2r} \), so doubling \( r \) halves the magnitude of energy.
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The kinetic energy \( K \) of a satellite in a circular orbit of radius \( r \) is related to its potential energy \( U \) by:
A · \( K = -\frac{1}{2} U \)
In orbit, \( K = -\frac{1}{2} U \) where \( U = -\frac{GMm}{r} \).
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Calculate the kinetic energy of a satellite of mass 500 kg orbiting Earth at radius \( 7 \times 10^6 \) m. (Use \( GM = 3.98 \times 10^{14} \) m\(^3\)/s\(^2\))
A · \( 1.42 \times 10^9 \) J
Kinetic energy \( K = \frac{GMm}{2r} = \frac{3.98 \times 10^{14} \times 500}{2 \times 7 \times 10^6} = 1.42 \times 10^9 \) J.
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The weight of an object decreases when taken from Earth's surface to a height \( h \). The weight at height \( h \) is given by:
A · \( W_h = W_0 \left( \frac{R}{R+h} \right)^2 \)
Weight varies inversely as square of distance from Earth's center: \( W_h = mg_h = mg_0 \left( \frac{R}{R+h} \right)^2 \).
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Tides on Earth are primarily caused by gravitational forces exerted by:
A · The Moon and the Sun
Tides result mainly from differential gravitational pull of Moon and Sun on Earth’s oceans.
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Refer to the diagram below showing tidal bulges on Earth caused by the Moon's gravitational pull. Which of the following best explains the formation of two high tides each day?
A · Gravitational pull and inertia cause bulges on near and far sides
Tides occur due to Moon's gravity pulling water on near side and inertia causing bulge on far side.
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Weight variation with altitude is due to:
A · Decrease in gravitational acceleration with height
Weight decreases because gravitational acceleration decreases with altitude.
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If the distance between two masses is doubled, how does the gravitational force between them change?
C · It becomes one-fourth as strong
Gravitational force varies inversely as the square of the distance. Doubling the distance reduces force by \( 2^2 = 4 \).
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Two planets of masses \( M \) and \( 2M \) are separated by a distance \( d \). What is the gravitational force between them?
A · \( \frac{2GM^2}{d^2} \)
Using Newton's law, \( F = G \frac{M \times 2M}{d^2} = \frac{2GM^2}{d^2} \).
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If the gravitational force between two objects is \( F \) at a distance \( r \), what will be the force if the distance is reduced to \( \frac{r}{3} \)?
A · 9F
Force varies inversely as square of distance, so \( F' = F \times (\frac{r}{r/3})^2 = 9F \).
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Refer to the diagram below showing two masses \( m_1 \) and \( m_2 \) separated by distance \( r \). Which vector represents the gravitational force on \( m_1 \) due to \( m_2 \)?
A · Vector pointing from \( m_1 \) towards \( m_2 \)
Gravitational force is attractive, so force on \( m_1 \) is directed towards \( m_2 \).
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At a distance \( r \) from a mass \( M \), the gravitational field strength is \( g \). What is the gravitational potential at this point?
B · \( -\frac{GM}{r} \)
Gravitational potential \( V = -\frac{GM}{r} \), a scalar quantity.
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The gravitational field \( g \) at a distance \( r \) from a point mass \( M \) is given by which of the following?
A · \( g = \frac{GM}{r^2} \)
Gravitational field strength \( g = \frac{GM}{r^2} \).
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Refer to the graph below showing gravitational potential \( V \) versus distance \( r \) from a planet of mass \( M \). Which of the following best describes the shape of the graph?
B · Hyperbola decreasing asymptotically to zero
Gravitational potential \( V = -\frac{GM}{r} \) decreases in magnitude as \( r \) increases, approaching zero asymptotically.
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The gravitational potential energy of a satellite of mass \( m \) orbiting a planet of mass \( M \) at radius \( r \) is given by which expression?
A · \( -\frac{GMm}{r} \)
Gravitational potential energy is negative and given by \( U = -\frac{GMm}{r} \).
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Which of the following is NOT one of Kepler's laws of planetary motion?
C · The gravitational force between two bodies is inversely proportional to the square of the distance
Option C is Newton's law of gravitation, not one of Kepler's laws.
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According to Kepler's second law, what remains constant for a planet orbiting the Sun?
C · Areal velocity (area swept per unit time)
Kepler's second law states that the line joining planet and Sun sweeps equal areas in equal times.
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Refer to the elliptical orbit diagram below of a planet around the Sun. Which point corresponds to the perihelion?
A · Point closest to the Sun
Perihelion is the point in orbit closest to the Sun.
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The orbital speed of a satellite in a circular orbit of radius \( r \) around Earth is given by which expression?
A · \( \sqrt{\frac{GM}{r}} \)
Orbital speed for circular orbit is \( v = \sqrt{\frac{GM}{r}} \).
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Refer to the satellite orbit schematic below. Which parameter represents the apogee of the orbit?
B · Point farthest from Earth
Apogee is the point in the orbit farthest from Earth.
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A satellite orbits Earth at a height where the acceleration due to gravity is \( 6.5 \ \mathrm{m/s^2} \). What is the orbital velocity of the satellite?
C · 7.94 \ \mathrm{m/s}
Orbital velocity \( v = \sqrt{g r} \). Using Earth radius \( r = \frac{GM}{g} \), orbital velocity \( v = \sqrt{g r} \approx 7.94 \ \mathrm{m/s} \).
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Which of the following correctly describes the total mechanical energy \( E \) of a satellite in a circular orbit of radius \( r \) around Earth?
A · \( E = -\frac{GMm}{2r} \)
Total energy \( E = K + U = -\frac{GMm}{2r} \) for circular orbit.
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Refer to the vector diagram below showing forces acting on a satellite in orbit. Which force keeps the satellite in circular orbit?
A · Centripetal force due to gravity
Gravitational force acts as centripetal force keeping satellite in orbit.
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The escape velocity from a planet of mass \( M \) and radius \( R \) is given by which formula?
A · \( \sqrt{\frac{2GM}{R}} \)
Escape velocity \( v_e = \sqrt{\frac{2GM}{R}} \).
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If the radius of a planet doubles but its mass remains the same, how does the escape velocity change?
C · It becomes \( \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \) times the original
Escape velocity \( v_e \propto \sqrt{\frac{M}{R}} \), so doubling \( R \) reduces \( v_e \) by \( \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \).
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A rocket needs to escape Earth’s gravitational field. If its speed is \( 7 \ \mathrm{km/s} \), which of the following is true? (Escape velocity from Earth \( \approx 11.2 \ \mathrm{km/s} \))
B · It will fall back to Earth
Speed less than escape velocity means rocket will not escape gravity and will fall back.
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Refer to the diagram below showing velocity vectors of a satellite in elliptical orbit. At which point is the orbital velocity maximum?
A · Perigee (closest point)
Satellite moves fastest at perigee due to conservation of angular momentum.
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The total mechanical energy of a satellite in orbit is negative. What does this imply about the satellite’s motion?
A · Satellite is bound to the planet
Negative total energy indicates a bound orbit around the planet.
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Which of the following expressions correctly relates kinetic energy \( K \) and potential energy \( U \) of a satellite in circular orbit?
A · \( K = -\frac{1}{2} U \)
In circular orbit, kinetic energy is half the magnitude and positive, potential energy is negative, so \( K = -\frac{1}{2} U \).
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Refer to the energy diagram below for a satellite orbiting Earth. What is the total mechanical energy at radius \( r \)?
A · \( -\frac{GMm}{2r} \)
Total mechanical energy \( E = K + U = -\frac{GMm}{2r} \) for circular orbit.
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Which of the following causes tides on Earth?
A · Gravitational pull of the Moon and Sun
Tides are caused mainly by differential gravitational forces of Moon and Sun on Earth’s oceans.
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Why does a person weigh slightly less at the equator compared to the poles?
A · Due to Earth's rotation causing centrifugal force
Centrifugal force due to Earth's rotation reduces effective weight at equator.
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Refer to the diagram below showing variation of weight with latitude. Which curve correctly represents the effective weight of a person from pole to equator?
A · Weight decreases from pole to equator
Effective weight decreases from pole to equator due to centrifugal force and Earth’s oblate shape.
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Which factor does NOT affect the escape velocity from a planet?
C · Mass of the escaping object
Escape velocity depends on planet's mass and radius, not on the mass of the object escaping.
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A satellite is launched into orbit at a height where gravitational acceleration is \( 4 \ \mathrm{m/s^2} \). What is the orbital velocity at this height?
B · 8 \ \mathrm{m/s}
Orbital velocity \( v = \sqrt{g r} \). Since \( g \) is given, velocity is approximately \( \sqrt{4 \times r} \). Without \( r \), assuming Earth radius, velocity is about 8 m/s.
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A planet orbits a star with a period T and semi-major axis a. If the planet's mass is not negligible compared to the star's mass (m comparable to M), which of the following modifications to Kepler's third law is correct?
A · T^2 = \frac{4 \pi^2 a^3}{G (M + m)}
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A planet moves in an elliptical orbit with semi-major axis a and eccentricity e. Its orbital speed at perigee is v_p and at apogee is v_a. Which of the following relations between v_p and v_a is correct?
C · v_p / v_a = \sqrt{(1 + e) / (1 - e)}
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A planet moves in an elliptical orbit with semi-major axis a and eccentricity e. The time taken to move from perigee to apogee is t_1/2. Which of the following statements is true regarding t_1/2 and the orbital period T?
B · t_1/2 < T / 2 because the planet moves faster near perigee
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A satellite in a circular orbit around Earth has orbital radius r and speed v. If the satellite's altitude is doubled, what is the ratio of the new orbital speed v' to the original speed v?
A · v' / v = 1 / \sqrt{2}
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Which of the following is NOT a property of an ideal fluid?
B · Viscosity
An ideal fluid is defined as incompressible and having no viscosity. Viscosity is a property of real fluids, not ideal fluids.
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Which physical quantity remains constant for an incompressible fluid flowing through a pipe of varying cross-section according to the continuity equation?
C · Mass flow rate
The continuity equation states that for an incompressible fluid, the mass flow rate (\( \rho A v \)) remains constant along the pipe.
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If the density of a fluid is doubled while keeping the flow velocity constant, which of the following will also double?
A · Dynamic pressure
Dynamic pressure is given by \( \frac{1}{2} \rho v^2 \). Doubling density \( \rho \) doubles the dynamic pressure if velocity \( v \) is constant.
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Viscosity of a fluid is a measure of its:
B · Resistance to flow
Viscosity quantifies the internal friction or resistance to flow within a fluid.
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Which of the following statements about viscosity is TRUE?
A · Viscosity increases with temperature for gases
Viscosity of gases increases with temperature due to increased molecular activity, whereas viscosity of liquids generally decreases with temperature.
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A fluid flowing through a pipe has a viscosity \( \eta \). If the velocity gradient doubles, the shear stress in the fluid will be:
B · Doubled
Shear stress \( \tau = \eta \times \text{velocity gradient} \). Doubling the velocity gradient doubles the shear stress.
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Which of the following factors does NOT affect the viscosity of a liquid?
D · Surface tension
Surface tension is a separate property and does not directly affect viscosity.
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In a fluid flowing through a pipe, the Reynolds number is used to predict:
B · Transition between laminar and turbulent flow
Reynolds number indicates whether the flow is laminar or turbulent based on velocity, characteristic length, density, and viscosity.
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Which flow type is characterized by smooth streamlines and no mixing between layers?
B · Laminar flow
Laminar flow is smooth and orderly, with fluid particles moving in parallel layers.
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Which of the following is a characteristic of turbulent flow?
B · Irregular fluctuations and mixing
Turbulent flow is characterized by chaotic fluid motion with eddies and mixing.
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The Reynolds number \( Re \) is given by \( Re = \frac{\rho v d}{\eta} \). Which of the following changes will increase \( Re \)?
C · Increasing velocity \( v \)
Increasing velocity \( v \) increases Reynolds number, promoting turbulent flow.
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Refer to the diagram below showing velocity profiles of fluid flow in a pipe. Which profile corresponds to laminar flow?
A · Profile A: Parabolic shape
Laminar flow velocity profile is parabolic with maximum velocity at the center and zero at the walls.
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According to Poiseuille’s law, the volumetric flow rate \( Q \) through a cylindrical pipe is proportional to:
A · The fourth power of the pipe radius
Poiseuille’s law states \( Q = \frac{\pi \Delta P r^4}{8 \eta l} \), showing \( Q \) is proportional to \( r^4 \).
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Which of the following variables does NOT appear in Poiseuille’s law for laminar flow?
C · Fluid density \( \rho \)
Poiseuille’s law depends on pressure difference, pipe length, radius, and viscosity but not on fluid density.
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If the radius of a pipe is halved, the flow rate for a laminar flow will become:
A · One-sixteenth
Flow rate \( Q \propto r^4 \). Halving radius reduces flow rate by \( (\frac{1}{2})^4 = \frac{1}{16} \).
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In deriving Bernoulli’s theorem, which assumption is NOT made?
D · Fluid has high viscosity
Bernoulli’s theorem assumes negligible viscosity (ideal fluid), so high viscosity is not assumed.
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Bernoulli’s equation relates which of the following quantities along a streamline?
A · Pressure, velocity, and gravitational potential energy
Bernoulli’s equation relates pressure energy, kinetic energy per unit volume, and potential energy per unit volume.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a fluid flowing through a pipe with varying height and velocity. According to Bernoulli’s theorem, which point will have the highest pressure?
B · Point B (lowest velocity, highest height)
Bernoulli’s theorem states that higher velocity corresponds to lower pressure; thus, the point with lower velocity and higher height has higher pressure.
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Bernoulli’s equation can be derived from the principle of:
B · Conservation of energy
Bernoulli’s theorem is based on the conservation of mechanical energy for a flowing fluid.
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Which of the following is a correct form of Bernoulli’s equation for a fluid of density \( \rho \) flowing steadily along a streamline?
A · \( P + \frac{1}{2} \rho v^2 + \rho g h = \text{constant} \)
Bernoulli’s equation includes pressure, kinetic energy per unit volume, and potential energy per unit volume terms.
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In an application of Bernoulli’s theorem, a venturi meter measures fluid flow by:
A · Measuring pressure difference between narrow and wide sections
Venturi meters use pressure difference caused by varying cross-sectional area to determine flow rate.
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The lift force on an airplane wing can be explained using Bernoulli’s theorem because:
B · Pressure is lower on top of the wing due to faster airflow
Faster airflow over the curved upper surface reduces pressure, creating lift.
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Which of the following is NOT an application of Bernoulli’s theorem?
C · Hydraulic press
Hydraulic press works on Pascal’s principle, not Bernoulli’s theorem.
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The continuity equation for incompressible fluid flow is expressed as \( A_1 v_1 = A_2 v_2 \). If the cross-sectional area of a pipe decreases by a factor of 4, the velocity will:
C · Increase by a factor of 4
Velocity is inversely proportional to cross-sectional area, so decreasing area by 4 increases velocity by 4.
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Which of the following statements about the continuity equation is TRUE?
B · It is a statement of conservation of mass
The continuity equation expresses conservation of mass in fluid flow.
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Refer to the velocity vectors diagram below of fluid flowing through a pipe. Which statement is correct about the velocity at the center and near the walls?
A · Velocity is maximum at the center and zero at the walls
Due to no-slip condition, velocity is zero at the walls and maximum at the center in laminar flow.
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Pressure in a static fluid increases with depth because:
B · Weight of the fluid above increases
Pressure increases due to the weight of the fluid column above the point.
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The pressure at a depth \( h \) in a fluid of density \( \rho \) under gravity \( g \) is given by:
A · \( P = P_0 + \rho g h \)
Pressure increases with depth by \( \rho g h \) added to atmospheric pressure \( P_0 \).
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Surface tension arises due to:
A · Cohesive forces between liquid molecules
Surface tension is caused by cohesive molecular forces at the liquid surface.
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Which of the following liquids is expected to have the highest surface tension?
C · Mercury
Mercury has very high surface tension due to strong cohesive metallic bonds.
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Energy conservation in fluid flow implies that the total mechanical energy per unit volume:
C · Remains constant along a streamline
Bernoulli’s theorem states total mechanical energy per unit volume is conserved along a streamline.
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Which term in Bernoulli’s equation represents kinetic energy per unit volume?
C · \( \frac{1}{2} \rho v^2 \)
Kinetic energy per unit volume is given by \( \frac{1}{2} \rho v^2 \).
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Refer to the pressure vs velocity graph below for fluid flow in a pipe. Which region corresponds to laminar flow?
B · Region B: Low velocity, high pressure
Laminar flow occurs at low velocity and higher pressure with smooth flow characteristics.
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Energy loss in real fluid flow compared to ideal flow is primarily due to:
A · Viscosity
Viscous forces cause energy dissipation as heat, leading to energy loss in real fluids.
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In a horizontal pipe, the fluid velocity doubles from point 1 to point 2. According to Bernoulli’s theorem, the pressure at point 2 will be:
C · Less than the pressure at point 1
Increasing velocity causes a decrease in pressure to conserve energy along the streamline.
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Poiseuille’s law is valid only for:
B · Laminar flow
Poiseuille’s law applies to laminar, steady, incompressible, Newtonian fluid flow.
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Which of the following best describes the no-slip condition in fluid mechanics?
A · Fluid velocity at the boundary is zero relative to the boundary
No-slip condition means fluid molecules in contact with a solid surface have zero velocity relative to it.
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic property of an ideal fluid?
D · Compressibility
Ideal fluids are assumed to be incompressible, have zero viscosity, and flow without turbulence. Compressibility is not a property of an ideal fluid.
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Which of the following statements about fluids is true?
C · Fluids flow under the action of shear stress
Fluids cannot resist shear stress by elastic deformation; instead, they flow when shear stress is applied. They do not have a definite shape and are generally incompressible under normal conditions.
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Which of the following best defines viscosity of a fluid?
B · Resistance to flow due to internal friction
Viscosity is the measure of a fluid's resistance to flow due to internal friction between its layers.
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The velocity profile of a viscous fluid flowing through a circular pipe is parabolic. Which type of flow does this indicate?
B · Laminar flow
A parabolic velocity profile is characteristic of laminar flow, where fluid flows in smooth layers without mixing.
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Which of the following factors does NOT affect the viscosity of a liquid?
D · Color of liquid
Viscosity depends on temperature, pressure, and the nature of the liquid, but not on its color.
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Which of the following is an application of Bernoulli's theorem?
B · Determining pressure difference in a venturi meter
Bernoulli's theorem is used in devices like venturi meters to measure pressure differences and hence flow speed.
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Which of the following statements correctly distinguishes laminar flow from turbulent flow?
B · Laminar flow has smooth streamlines, turbulent flow has chaotic eddies
Laminar flow is characterized by smooth, parallel layers of fluid, while turbulent flow has irregular, chaotic motion with eddies.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a sphere falling through a viscous fluid. Which force balances the viscous drag at terminal velocity?
D · Weight minus buoyant force
At terminal velocity, viscous drag balances the net downward force, which is the weight of the sphere minus the buoyant force.
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According to Stoke's law, the viscous force \( F \) acting on a sphere of radius \( r \) moving with velocity \( v \) in a fluid of viscosity \( \eta \) is given by:
A · \( F = 6 \pi \eta r v \)
Stoke's law states that viscous drag force on a sphere is \( F = 6 \pi \eta r v \).
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Which of the following factors does NOT influence the terminal velocity of a sphere falling in a viscous fluid?
D · Color of the sphere
Terminal velocity depends on density difference, radius, and fluid viscosity, but not on the color of the sphere.
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Refer to the diagram below showing pressure variation with depth in a fluid column. Which of the following statements is true about pressure at depth \( h \)?
C · Pressure increases linearly with depth
Pressure in a fluid increases linearly with depth as \( P = P_0 + \rho g h \).
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Which of the following best describes surface tension in liquids?
A · Force per unit length acting along the surface
Surface tension is defined as the force per unit length acting along the surface of a liquid.
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Energy conservation in fluid flow implies that the total mechanical energy per unit volume along a streamline is constant. Which of the following represents this principle?
A · \( P + \frac{1}{2} \rho v^2 + \rho g h = \text{constant} \)
The Bernoulli equation represents conservation of mechanical energy per unit volume in fluid flow.
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In a fluid flowing through a pipe, the velocity doubles when the cross-sectional area is halved. What happens to the pressure according to Bernoulli's theorem?
B · Pressure decreases
As velocity increases, pressure decreases to conserve total energy along the streamline.
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Which of the following dimensionless numbers helps predict the transition from laminar to turbulent flow?
A · Reynolds number
Reynolds number determines whether flow is laminar or turbulent based on velocity, characteristic length, and viscosity.
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Refer to the diagram below showing velocity profiles for laminar and turbulent flow in a pipe. Which curve corresponds to turbulent flow?
A · Curve A (flat profile)
Turbulent flow has a flatter velocity profile compared to the parabolic profile of laminar flow.
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A sphere of radius 0.01 m falls through a viscous fluid with velocity 0.1 m/s. If the fluid viscosity is 0.5 Pa·s, what is the viscous drag force on the sphere? (Use Stoke's law \( F = 6 \pi \eta r v \))
A · 0.0094 N
Using Stoke's law: \( F = 6 \pi \times 0.5 \times 0.01 \times 0.1 = 0.00942 \) N approx.
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Which of the following best describes the relationship between pressure and velocity in a flowing fluid according to Bernoulli's theorem?
B · Pressure and velocity are inversely proportional
Bernoulli's theorem shows that as velocity increases, pressure decreases, indicating an inverse relationship.
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Which of the following is NOT a consequence of fluid viscosity?
C · Existence of turbulent flow at low velocity
Turbulent flow occurs at high velocities and Reynolds numbers, not at low velocity.
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Which of the following correctly describes the effect of temperature on viscosity of liquids?
B · Viscosity decreases with temperature
Viscosity of liquids generally decreases with increasing temperature due to reduced intermolecular forces.
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Which of the following is the correct expression for pressure at a depth \( h \) in a fluid of density \( \rho \) under gravity \( g \)?
A · \( P = P_0 + \rho g h \)
Pressure at depth \( h \) is atmospheric pressure plus hydrostatic pressure \( \rho g h \).
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Which of the following is NOT an assumption in deriving Bernoulli's equation?
D · Fluid has high viscosity
Bernoulli's equation assumes negligible viscosity; high viscosity violates this assumption.
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Which of the following best describes terminal velocity of a sphere falling in a viscous fluid?
A · Velocity at which net force on sphere is zero
Terminal velocity is reached when viscous drag plus buoyant force balances the weight, resulting in zero net force.
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Which of the following statements about the energy conservation in fluid flow is true?
C · Total mechanical energy per unit volume remains constant only in ideal fluids
Energy conservation in fluid flow applies ideally to non-viscous fluids; viscous fluids lose mechanical energy due to dissipation.
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Which of the following is the correct unit of dynamic viscosity \( \eta \) in SI units?
A · Pa·s
Dynamic viscosity is measured in Pascal-seconds (Pa·s) in SI units.
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Which of the following is a correct statement about the force diagram of viscous drag on a sphere falling through a fluid?
B · Viscous drag acts opposite to the direction of motion
Viscous drag always acts opposite to the direction of motion, opposing the sphere's fall.
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Which of the following is true for an incompressible fluid flowing steadily through a horizontal pipe of varying cross-section?
C · Velocity increases where cross-section decreases
For incompressible steady flow, velocity increases where cross-sectional area decreases due to continuity equation.
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Which of the following is NOT a valid application of Bernoulli's theorem?
C · Calculation of terminal velocity of falling objects
Terminal velocity calculation involves viscous drag and gravity, not Bernoulli's theorem.
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Which of the following is the correct order of magnitude of Reynolds number \( Re = \frac{\rho v d}{\eta} \) for laminar flow in a pipe?
A · Less than 2000
Laminar flow occurs at Reynolds number less than approximately 2000.
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Which of the following best explains why pressure at the bottom of a swimming pool is greater than at the surface?
B · Due to weight of the fluid column above
Pressure increases with depth because of the weight of the fluid column above the point.
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Which of the following statements about surface tension is correct?
B · Surface tension acts along the surface, tangential to it
Surface tension acts tangentially along the surface of the liquid, minimizing surface area.
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In the context of fluid flow, which of the following energy forms is NOT considered in Bernoulli's equation?
D · Thermal energy per unit volume
Bernoulli's equation does not account for thermal energy or heat transfer.
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Which of the following best describes the effect of increasing fluid velocity on pressure in a horizontal pipe according to Bernoulli's principle?
B · Pressure decreases with velocity
Bernoulli's principle states that pressure decreases as velocity increases in a streamline flow.
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Which of the following is the correct unit of kinematic viscosity \( u \) in SI units?
A · m\(^2\)/s
Kinematic viscosity is dynamic viscosity divided by density and has units of m\(^2\)/s.
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Refer to the diagram below showing a velocity profile of fluid flowing between two parallel plates separated by distance \( d \). Which of the following best describes the velocity at the plates?
B · Zero velocity at plates (no-slip condition)
Due to the no-slip condition, fluid velocity at the solid boundary (plates) is zero.
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Which of the following is true about the pressure at the surface of a liquid open to the atmosphere?
A · It is equal to atmospheric pressure
Pressure at the free surface open to atmosphere equals atmospheric pressure.
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Which of the following statements about viscous force is correct?
B · Viscous force opposes relative motion between fluid layers
Viscous force opposes relative motion between adjacent fluid layers, causing resistance to flow.
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Which of the following is the primary reason for the decrease in pressure in a fluid flowing through a constriction in a pipe?
B · Increase in fluid velocity
According to Bernoulli's theorem, pressure decreases where velocity increases, such as in a constriction.
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Assertion (A): Bernoulli’s theorem cannot be applied directly in viscous flows.
Reason (R): Viscous forces cause energy dissipation, violating the assumptions of Bernoulli’s theorem.
Choose the correct option:
A · Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
