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According to Newton's first law, what will happen to a particle at rest if no force is acting on it?
According to Newton's first law, what will happen to a particle at rest if no force is acting on it?
- It will move with increasing velocity
- It will start moving at constant velocity
- It will continue to remain at rest (correct)
- It will decelerate
What is the relationship between the magnitude of acceleration and the mass of a particle, according to Newton's second law?
What is the relationship between the magnitude of acceleration and the mass of a particle, according to Newton's second law?
- Inversely proportional (correct)
- Unrelated
- Exponential
- Directly proportional
In an inertial reference frame, what is defined to be valid with an acceptable degree of accuracy?
In an inertial reference frame, what is defined to be valid with an acceptable degree of accuracy?
- Quantum mechanics principles
- Einstein's theory of relativity
- String theory concepts
- Newton's laws of motion (correct)
What happens to a particle when acted upon by a force, according to Newton's second law?
What happens to a particle when acted upon by a force, according to Newton's second law?
How should one attach the coordinate system for earth satellites according to the text?
How should one attach the coordinate system for earth satellites according to the text?
Which statement describes Newton's third law of motion?
Which statement describes Newton's third law of motion?
What happens to the forces of interaction between two particles according to Newton's third law?
What happens to the forces of interaction between two particles according to Newton's third law?
Which type of reference frame is defined as any rigid coordinate system where Newton’s laws are valid?
Which type of reference frame is defined as any rigid coordinate system where Newton’s laws are valid?
