Types of Forces quiz

What does the normal force (F_N) act perpendicular to?

• The surface on which an object rests

• The direction of motion

• The gravitational force

• The applied force

What is the gravitational force (F_g) also known as?

• Normal force

• Weight

• Tension

• Elastic force

In a free body diagram, which direction does F_g always point?

• Upward

• Sideways

• Downward

• Forward

What is the equation for gravitational force?

• F_N = ma

• F_g = mg

• F_app = mv

• F_f = mg

What is the unit of mass?

• Newton (N)

• Kilogram (kg)

• Meter (m)

• Second (s)

What is the value of acceleration due to gravity (g) used in the document?

• 9.8 m/s²

• 10 m/s²

• 9.5 m/s²

• 11 m/s²

What is the force that acts in the opposite direction of motion?

• Normal force

• Gravitational force

• Friction force

• Tension force

What type of force is transmitted through a string, rope, or cable?

• Normal force

• Tension force

• Elastic force

• Air resistance

What is the force that opposes the motion of an object through the air?

• Gravitational force

• Normal force

• Air resistance

• Elastic force

What is the force exerted by a surface to support the weight of an object?

• Gravitational force

• Normal force

• Tension force

• Friction force