Physics MCQs

Physics

Vectors and Equilibrium


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#113

If a body is in linear equilibrium, it means:

A) $\sum F_x=0$

B) $\sum F_y=0$

C) Its velocity is constant or zero

D) All of these

Answer:   D
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#114

A body in equilibrium can have a non-zero:

A) Velocity

B) Acceleration

C) Net force

D) Net torque

Answer:   A
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#115

The first condition of equilibrium is also known as the condition for:

A) Rotational equilibrium

B) Translational equilibrium

C) Static equilibrium

D) Dynamic equilibrium

Answer:   B
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#116

A ladder resting against a wall is an example of:

A) Static equilibrium

B) Dynamic equilibrium

C) Unstable equilibrium

D) Neutral equilibrium

Answer:   A
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#117

A ball rolling on the ground at a constant speed is an example of:

A) Static equilibrium

B) Dynamic equilibrium

C) Unstable equilibrium

D) Neutral equilibrium

Answer:   B
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#118

The moment of a couple depends on:

A) The magnitude of the force

B) The perpendicular distance between the forces

C) Both A and B

D) The point of application

Answer:   C
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#119

The direction of a vector is independent of its:

A) Magnitude

B) Components

C) Unit vector

D) Tail

Answer:   A
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#120

Which of the following is a scalar quantity?

A) Acceleration

B) Electric current

C) Force

D) Momentum

Answer:   B
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