Mechanical Equilibrium and Newton's Second Law Quiz
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Which statement accurately describes the relationship between net force and acceleration?

  • When the net force on a body is equal to zero, the body does not accelerate. (correct)
  • When the net force on a body is equal to zero, the body accelerates in the opposite direction.
  • When the net force on a body is equal to zero, the body accelerates in the same direction.
  • When the net force on a body is equal to zero, the body accelerates at a constant rate.

    • Which term is used to describe a body that is not accelerating and has a net force of zero acting on it?

  • Dynamic equilibrium
  • Static equilibrium
  • Inertial equilibrium
  • Mechanical equilibrium (correct)

    • What happens to a body when the net force on it is not equal to zero?

  • The body does not accelerate.
  • The body accelerates at a constant rate.
  • The body accelerates in the direction of the net force. (correct)
  • The body accelerates in the opposite direction of the net force.

    • In Hooke's law, what does the constant factor 'k' represent?

    <p>The stiffness of the spring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did Robert Hooke first state the law of Hooke's law?

    <p>1676</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what situations does Hooke's equation hold?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an elastic body or material that satisfies Hooke's equation called?

    <p>Linear-elastic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What Latin phrase did Robert Hooke use to express Hooke's law?

    <p>As the extension, so the force</p> Signup and view all the answers

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