Edexcel AS Maths: Mechanics

What is the SI unit for mass?

• Ounce
• Gram
• Kilogram
• Tonne

What is the SI unit for time?

• Second
• Minute
• Hour
• Day

What is the SI unit for velocity?

• mph
• km/h
• m/s
• m/h

What is the SI unit for acceleration?

• m / s
• m / s²
• ms^{-1}
• ms^{-2}

Which of the following are vectors?

• Velocity
• Speed
• Distance
• Displacement

1 Newton would accelerate a 1kg mass at a rate of 1m/s²

• True
• False

What are the unit vectors equivalent to 1 unit in the positive directions along the x and y axis known as?

• g and h
• h and i
• i and j
• j and k

What is the term for an object with negligible dimensions?

• Particle
• Bead
• Lamina
• Inextensible

What is the term for a string that does not stretch?

• Spring
• Wire
• Pulley
• Inextensible

What is the speed of an object moving with velocity (8i - 6j) m/s ?

• 8 m/s
• 10m/s
• 12 m/s
• 14 m/s