A-LevelPhysicsGravitational fieldsOct/Nov 2014Paper 1 Q141 Mark

A mass m is situated in a uniform gravitational field. [Figure 14.1] When the mass moves through a displacement x, from P to Q, it loses an amount of potential energy E. Which row correctly specifies the magnitude and the direction of the acceleration due to gravity in this field?

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

The correct answer is A: magnitude E/mx, direction →.

Q: What topic does this question test?

This question tests Gravitational fields in A-Level Physics (syllabus code 9702). It is worth 1 mark.

Amagnitude E/mx, direction →

Bmagnitude E/mx, direction ←

Cmagnitude E/x, direction →

Dmagnitude E/x, direction ←

✓ Correct Answer

The correct answer is A: magnitude E/mx, direction →

📋 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 Gravitational fields in A-Level Physics (syllabus code 9702). It is worth 1 mark.

Source

This question appeared in the Cambridge A-Level Physics Oct/Nov 2014 examination, Paper 1 Variant 2.

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