Types of Motion and Mechanical Devices Quiz

What is the primary function of mechanical devices?

• To change one form of force to another

• To generate electricity

• To create new materials

• To store energy

Which type of motion moves something in a straight line?

• Oscillating

• Linear

• Reciprocating

• Rotary

What is an example of rotary motion?

• A swing moving back and forth

• A train moving down a track

• A wheel turning around an axis

• A piston moving up and down

Which type of motion involves a repeated up and down movement?

• Oscillating

• Linear

• Rotary

• Reciprocating

What is an example of oscillating motion?

• A pump piston

• A clock pendulum

• A fan blade spinning

• A car driving straight

What is the input in a mechanical device?

• The place where a force enters a system

• The place where power leaves a system

• The output motion

• The mechanism that stores energy

What is the output in a mechanical device?

• The input motion

• The place where power leaves a system

• The mechanism that stores energy

• The place where a force enters a system

Which type of motion is demonstrated by a swing?

• Oscillating

• Linear

• Rotary

• Reciprocating

What type of motion does a piston in an engine exhibit?

• Linear

• Reciprocating

• Rotary

• Oscillating

Which of the following is NOT a type of motion mentioned?

• Linear

• Rotary

• Circular

• Oscillating