O-LevelPhysicsForcesOct/Nov 2024Paper 1 Q121 Mark

A satellite orbits the Earth. What is the direction of the force on the satellite causing this circular motion?

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

The correct answer is D: towards the centre of the Earth.

Q: What topic does this question test?

This question tests Forces in O-Level Physics (syllabus code 5054). It is worth 1 mark.

Aaway from the centre of the Earth

Bin the direction of motion of the satellite

Cin the opposite direction to the motion of the satellite

Dtowards the centre of the Earth

✓ Correct Answer

The correct answer is D: towards the centre of the Earth

📋 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 O-Level Physics Question

Topic

This multiple-choice question tests Forces in O-Level Physics (syllabus code 5054). It is worth 1 mark.

Source

This question appeared in the Cambridge O-Level Physics Oct/Nov 2024 examination, Paper 1 Variant 1.

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