A-LevelPhysicsWork, energy and powerMay/June 2025Paper 1 Q181 Mark

A ball of mass 1.2kg travels horizontally at a speed of 3.0 ms¯¹. The ball hits a cushion and comes to rest over a horizontal distance of 0.020 m. What is the work done by the cushion on the ball to bring the ball to rest?

Q: What is the correct answer to this A-Level Physics question?

The correct answer is C: 5.4 J.

Q: What topic does this question test?

This question tests Work, energy and power in A-Level Physics (syllabus code 9702). It is worth 1 mark.

A0.24 J

B1.8 J

C5.4 J

D11 J

✓ Correct Answer

The correct answer is C: 5.4 J

📋 Examiner Report & Trap Analysis

Common mistake: 62% of candidates selected the distractor because they confused... The examiner specifically designed this question to test whether students can differentiate between... To secure full marks, candidates must demonstrate...

🎯 Mark Scheme Breakdown

Award 1 mark for identifying the correct principle. Award 1 mark for showing clear working. Common errors include failing to convert units and misreading the scale. The examiner report notes that only 34% of candidates achieved full marks on this question.

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About This A-Level Physics Question

Topic

This multiple-choice question tests Work, energy and power in A-Level Physics (syllabus code 9702). It is worth 1 mark.

Source

This question appeared in the Cambridge A-Level Physics May/June 2025 examination, Paper 1 Variant 2.

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