Quiz On Forces: Trivia!
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Which of these is the best way to measure a force?
- A.
Using a force meter
- B.
Using a thermometer
- C.
Using a ruler
Correct Answer
A. Using a force meterExplanation
The best way to measure a force is using a force meter.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Forces can be
- A.
Pushes only
- B.
Pulls only
- C.
Pushes and pulls
Correct Answer
C. Pushes and pullsExplanation
Forces can be both pushes and pulls.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What is the unit of force called?
- A.
The newton, n
- B.
The neutron, N
- C.
The newton, N
Correct Answer
C. The newton, NExplanation
The unit of force is the newton, N.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Why does an astronaut weigh less on the Moon than on the Earth?
- A.
The moon has no atmosphere
- B.
The moon has no gravity
- C.
The force of gravity is weaker on the surface of the Moon than on the surface of the Earth.
Correct Answer
C. The force of gravity is weaker on the surface of the Moon than on the surface of the Earth.Explanation
An astronaut weighs less on the Moon than on the Earth because the force of gravity is weaker on the surface of the Moon than on the surface of the Earth.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What is the weight of a 20 kg box on the Earth?
- A.
20N
- B.
2N
- C.
200N
Correct Answer
C. 200NExplanation
A 20kg box on Earth weighs 200N.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What can we say about the forces on an object that is not moving?
- A.
There must only be one force acting on it
- B.
The forces must be balanced
- C.
It must be very heavy
Correct Answer
B. The forces must be balancedExplanation
If an object is not moving, the forces must be balanced.Rate this question:
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- 7.
One way to increase the turning force on a spanner is to:
- A.
Use a shorter spanner
- B.
Use a longer pivot
- C.
Use a longer spanner
Correct Answer
C. Use a longer spannerExplanation
One way to increase the turning force on a spanner is to use a longer spanner.Rate this question:
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