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A-LevelPhysicsDynamics9702/12 · Feb/Mar 2016 · Q91 Mark

Which statement defines force?

AWhen a force acts on a body that is free to move, the force is the product of the mass of the body and its acceleration.
BWhen a force acts on a body that is free to move, the force is the rate of change of momentum of the body.
CWhen a force acts on a body that is free to move, the force is the work done by the force divided by the distance moved by the body.
DWhen a force acts on a lever and causes a moment, the force is the moment divided by the perpendicular distance of the force from the pivot.

✓ Correct answer

B: When a force acts on a body that is free to move, the force is the rate of change of momentum of the body.

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Dynamics, A-Level Physics (syllabus 9702). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Physics, Feb/Mar 2016 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 9.

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