Topic 6 Forces of Motion, Newton's Laws and Combined Forces

What is the definition of speed?

• Measuring the distance of an object travels in a set amount of time

• A change in a an objects position as it moves

• Where the object is located

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What is the definition of motion?

• The distance an object travels in a set amount of time

• A change in an objects position by pushing or pulling

• Where the object is located

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If you drop something, it hits the ground because of what?

• Matter

• Gravity

• Motion

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Which is the best example of force?

• Pushing a shopping cart

• Drinking a glass of water

• Calling a friend on the phone

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Friction is a force that does what?

• Helps an object move faster

• Slows down or even stops the motion that is between two objects

• Makes more gravity

It is cold outside so you rub your hands together to stay warm. Your hands becoming warm is an example of?

• Motion

• Gravity

• Friction

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A push is when you are using force to do what?

• Move an object closer to you

• Move an object farther away from you

• Move an object about you

You are helping a friend push a box on the ground. You notice it's much more difficult to push when the box is on carpet instead of the hardwood floor. This can be explained using which science term?

• Force

• Gravity

• Friction

Which of the following is not considered a force?

• push

• pull

• up

You and your friend are having a contest to see which person can throw the basketball the longest distance. You win, which means you used ________ force.

• Less

• Greater

• Equal