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A-LevelPhysicsForces, density and pressureMay/June 2016Paper 1 Q141 Mark

Two coplanar forces act on the rim of a wheel. The forces are equal in magnitude. Which arrangement of forces provides only a couple?

Adiagram showing two parallel forces of equal magnitude and opposite direction, acting horizontally on the left and right side of the rim.
Bdiagram showing two forces of equal magnitude acting towards each other along the same line on the top and bottom of the rim.
Cdiagram showing two parallel forces of equal magnitude and the same direction, both pointing upwards, acting on the left and right side of the rim.
Ddiagram showing two parallel forces of equal magnitude and opposite direction, one pointing up and one pointing down, acting vertically on the top and bottom side of the rim.

✓ Correct Answer

The correct answer is D: diagram showing two parallel forces of equal magnitude and opposite direction, one pointing up and one pointing down, acting vertically on the top and bottom side of the rim.

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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 Forces, density and pressure in A-Level Physics (syllabus code 9702). It is worth 1 mark.

Source

This question appeared in the Cambridge A-Level Physics May/June 2016 examination, Paper 1 Variant 2.

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