Force&Torque Quiz

What is the fundamental definition of force?

• C. A form of matter

• B. An activity that maintains or modifies an object's motion or shape

• D. A type of wave

• A. A type of energy

Who laid down the foundational understanding of force in mechanics?

• D. Nikola Tesla

• B. Isaac Newton

• A. Albert Einstein

• C. Galileo Galilei

Which law of Newton states that a body will remain at rest or in uniform motion along a straight line unless acted upon by a force?

• A. Newton's 1st law

• D. Newton's law of gravitation

• B. Newton's 2nd law

• C. Newton's 3rd law

What is the unit of measurement for force in the International System (SI)?

• D. Pascal

• C. Newton

• B. Joule

• A. Watt

What is torque in physics and mechanics?

• D. Potential energy

• C. Rotational equivalent of linear force

• B. Angular momentum

• A. Linear force

How is torque calculated mathematically?

• B. Force multiplied by distance

• A. Force divided by distance

• D. Force multiplied by time

• C. Force squared

What is the direction of the torque vector determined by?

• C. Right-hand rule

• B. Middle-hand rule

• A. Left-hand rule

• D. No rule

What is an example of static torque?

• A. Accelerating off the starting line

• B. Tightening a bolt

• D. Pushing a closed door

• C. Riding a bicycle at a steady pace

What is the rotating equivalent of linear force in physics and mechanics?

• A. Angular velocity

• B. Angular acceleration

• C. Torque

• D. Centripetal force

How is the direction of the torque vector determined using the right-hand rule?

• D. Use the left hand instead

• A. Point fingers in the direction of the force

• B. Curl fingers towards the direction of the lever arm

• C. Point fingers in the direction of the lever arm