PS(12/10/24): (1)Describing Static Principles

PS(12/10/24): (1)Describing Static Principles

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Engineering

10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the study of forces in equilibrium called?

Back

Statics

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does equilibrium mean in the context of forces?

Back

The sum of all forces and moments acting on an object equals zero.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is understanding statics important for engineers?

Back

To predict and design structures that can withstand forces without collapsing.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Diagram of a seesaw with twins on either side, illustrating equilibrium of moments.

Back

The seesaw is balanced because the twins have equal weight and are equidistant from the fulcrum.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean when forces are in equilibrium?

Back

Forces are balanced and there is no net force.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is a real-life example of forces in equilibrium? A book resting on a table. A car accelerating on a highway. A ball rolling down a hill. A person jumping off a diving board.

Back

A book resting on a table.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean when forces are in equilibrium?

Back

All forces acting on an object are balanced, resulting in no net force or motion.

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