Question 1

A 5-kg object is lifted 8 m above the grounAssume g = 9.8 m/s2. What is its gravitational potential energy?

Accepted Answer

392 J

Answer

784 J

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196 J

Answer

39.2 J

Question 2

A hydraulic press has an input piston area of 5 cm² and an output piston area of 25 cm². If an input force of 80 N is applied, what is the output force?

Accepted Answer

400 N

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160 N

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320 N

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80 N

Question 3

A company wants to package cooking oil that pours easily while still coating food effectively. Which option is the best choice?

Accepted Answer

A fluid with moderate viscosity appropriate for pouring and coating.

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A fluid with zero surface tension.

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A fluid with maximum compressibility.

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A fluid with extremely high viscosity.

Question 4

A farmer wants to transport water from a river to crops located several meters away. Which device makes the most practical use of fluid principles?

Accepted Answer

A water pump connected to pipes

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A thermometer

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A weighing scale

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A wind vane

Question 5

A rescue team can transport supplies either by carrying them up a steep mountain or by lifting them with a helicopter to the same elevation. Which statement best evaluates the final gravitational potential energy of the supplies?

Accepted Answer

Both methods result in the same gravitational potential energy because the final height is the same.

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Helicopter transport gives greater potential energy.

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Carrying them by hand gives greater potential energy.

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The method of lifting determines the final potential energy.

Question 6

Which property explains why gases can be compressed much more easily than liquids?

Accepted Answer

Compressibility

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Pressure

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Surface tension

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Density

Question 7

Four sealed containers hold equal volumes of different fluids. 
Fluid A – Density - 700 kg/m³
Fluid B – Density - 900 kg/m³
Fluid C – Density - 1000 kg/m³
Fluid D – Density - 1300 kg/m³
Which fluid has the greatest mass?

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D

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C

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B

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A

Question 8

An engineer is designing a satellite mission and must choose between increasing the satellite's mass or decreasing its orbital distance to strengthen Earth's gravitational pull. Which choice is more effective?

Accepted Answer

Decrease the orbital distance because force changes with the square of the distance.

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Increase the satellite's mass because force is directly proportional to mass.

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Either choice produces exactly the same increase.

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Increase Earth's mass by launching additional satellites.

Question 9

Which property of a fluid refers to its mass per unit volume?

Accepted Answer

Density

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Viscosity

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Pressure

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Surface tension

Question 10

Two hydraulic lift designs are proposed.
Design A: Large output piston with sealed hydraulic flui
Design B: Small output piston with compressed air instead of hydraulic flui
Which design is more suitable for lifting heavy vehicles?

Accepted Answer

Design A because incompressible fluids transmit pressure efficiently and the larger output piston increases force.

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Design B because gases transmit pressure more efficiently than liquids.

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Both designs provide identical lifting performance.

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Design B because compressed air stores more energy.

Question 11

Newton's Universal Law of Gravitation states that the gravitational force between two objects depends on their masses and the

Accepted Answer

distance between their centers.

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direction of Earth's magnetic field.

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volume of the larger object.

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temperature of the objects.

Question 12

If the input and output pistons of a hydraulic press have the same cross-sectional area, the output force will be

Accepted Answer

equal to the input force, assuming no energy losses.

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smaller than the input force.

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larger than the input force.

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zero.

Question 13

In a hydraulic system, pressure applied to a confined fluid is transmitted

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equally in all directions.

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only to the fluid nearest the applied force.

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only toward the larger piston.

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only upward.

Question 14

Which equation correctly represents Newton's Universal Law of Gravitation?

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F = Gm1m2 / r2

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PE = mgh

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F = kq1q2 / r2

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F = ma

Question 15

Which quantity has the greatest effect on gravitational potential energy when mass remains constant?

Accepted Answer

Height above the reference level

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Surface area

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Density

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Temperature

Question 16

A 2,000-kg satellite is raised to a higher orbit. Which factor must be increased to calculate the change in gravitational potential energy?

Accepted Answer

Height or orbital distance

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Satellite density

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Orbital period

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Satellite temperature

Question 17

Honey flows much more slowly than water when poured from identical containers. Which property best explains this difference?

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Honey has higher viscosity than water.

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Honey has lower density than water.

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Honey has lower surface tension than water.

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Honey has greater pressure than water.

Question 18

An engineer is designing a hydraulic crane for lifting heavier loads. Which design change is most effective?

Accepted Answer

Increase the output piston area while maintaining a sealed system.

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Replace the hydraulic fluid with air.

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Increase the temperature of the hydraulic fluid.

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Reduce the output piston area.

Question 19

A mechanic wants to increase the lifting force of a hydraulic lift without changing the input force. Which modification should be made?

Accepted Answer

Increase the output piston area.

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Increase the viscosity of the hydraulic fluid only.

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Decrease the output piston area.

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Replace the fluid with a compressible gas.

Question 20

Two 8-kg spheres are placed 2 m apart. If the distance is reduced to 1 m while the masses remain unchanged, what happens to the gravitational force?

Accepted Answer

It becomes four times greater.

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It doubles.

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It becomes eight times greater.

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It remains unchanged.

Question 21

A satellite moves farther away from Earth while its mass remains constant. How does the gravitational force acting on it change?

Accepted Answer

It decreases because the distance between Earth and the satellite increases.

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It increases because the satellite covers a larger orbit.

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It becomes zero once the satellite leaves Earth's atmosphere.

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It remains constant because Earth's mass does not change.

Question 22

A diver descends from a depth of 5 m to 20 m underwater. What happens to the pressure acting on the diver?

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It increases because fluid pressure increases with depth.

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It remains constant because water is incompressible.

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It becomes zero because the diver is underwater.

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It decreases because water becomes less dense.

Question 23

A satellite is moved to a higher orbit around Earth. What happens to its gravitational potential energy?

Accepted Answer

It increases.

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It remains constant.

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It decreases.

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It becomes zero.

Question 24

A student observes four situations involving fluids.
Situation I - Water flows downhill after rain.
Situation II - Air inflates a bicycle tire.
Situation III - Cooking oil spreads across a pan.
Situation IV - A wooden block remains unchanged on a table.
Which situation does not primarily demonstrate fluid behavior?

Accepted Answer

IV

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I

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III

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II

Question 25

A school is choosing between two methods to provide drinking water during a field trip.
Method A: Carry water in sealed refillable containers with dispensing taps. 
Method B: Transport water in open buckets. 
Which method is the better choice based on fluid safety and practicality?

Accepted Answer

Method A because it minimizes contamination and controls the flow of water.

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Method B because open containers reduce water pressure.

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Both methods are equally safe because water is a fluid.

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Method B because water is easier to access.

Question 26

Two satellites have equal masses but orbit different planets.
Satellite X - Planet A has Stronger Gravity
Satellite Y - Planet B has Weaker Gravity
Both orbit at the same height above their planets. Which satellite has greater gravitational potential energy near its planet?

Accepted Answer

More information about the planet's properties is needed.

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Y because weaker gravity always gives greater energy.

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Both have identical energy.

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X because stronger gravity increases mgh.

Question 27

Three identical objects are lifted to different heights.
Object A – 5 m
Object B – 10 m
Object C – 10 m
Object D – 15 m
Which comparison is correct?

Accepted Answer

Object C has the greatest potential energy.

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Object A has the greatest potential energy.

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All have equal potential energy.

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Objects A and B have equal potential energy.

Question 28

Hydraulic systems operate based on which scientific principle?

Accepted Answer

Pascal's Principle

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Bernoulli's Principle

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Newton's First Law

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Archimedes' Principle

Question 29

Gravitational potential energy near Earth's surface is commonly calculated using which equation?

Accepted Answer

PE = mgh

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P = Wt

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F = Gm1m2 / r2

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F = ma

Question 30

Which everyday activity primarily demonstrates the behavior of a fluid?

Accepted Answer

Pouring juice into a glass

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Writing with a pencil

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Hanging a picture frame

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Reading a book

Question 31

A coastal community is deciding how to reduce flooding during typhoons.
Proposal 1: Regularly clean rivers and drainage canals. 
Proposal 2: Build decorative walls along sidewalks without improving drainage. 
Which proposal is more effective based on the behavior of fluids?

Accepted Answer

Proposal 1 because improving water flow allows excess water to move away more efficiently.

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Proposal 2 because walls stop rainwater completely.

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Proposal 2 because drainage has little effect on water movement.

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Both proposals are equally effective.

Question 32

During heavy rainfall, a community experiences flooding because drainage canals are blocked with trash. Which action best applies knowledge of fluid behavior to reduce flooding?

Accepted Answer

Remove the blockage to allow water to flow freely through the drainage system.

Answer

Reduce the number of vehicles on the roads.

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Increase the height of nearby buildings.

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Paint the roads with waterproof coating.

Question 33

Why does a sharp needle float on the surface of water even though it is denser than water?

Accepted Answer

Surface tension creates a supporting film that prevents the needle from sinking if placed carefully.

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Water pressure pushes the needle upward.

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The needle contains trapped air that eliminates its weight.

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Water becomes denser near the surface.

Question 34

A city planner compares two drainage systems after a storm.
System A – Water quickly reaches the river.
System B – Water remains on the streets for several hours.
Which conclusion is best supported by the observations?

Accepted Answer

System A has better fluid flow because water encounters fewer obstacles.

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System B receives less rainfall than System A.

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Water naturally avoids System B regardless of its design.

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Rainwater always flows at the same speed in every drainage system.

Question 35

A technician tests three hydraulic systems.
System I – AREA- (Input Area ) 2 cm² - (Output Area) 8 cm²
System II – AREA- ( Input Area) 2 cm² - (Output Area) 8 cm²
System III – AREA- (Input Area) 2 cm² - (Output Area) 10 cm²
Which system provides the greatest force multiplication?

Accepted Answer

System I

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System II

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System III

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All produce the same multiplication.

Question 36

A student claims that an object at ground level has no gravitational potential energy. Which evaluation is best?

Accepted Answer

The claim depends on the chosen reference point.

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The claim is true only for satellites.

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The claim is always true because height is zero.

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The claim is correct because all potential energy disappears at ground level.

Question 37

A student concludes that increasing the mass of only one object always has a greater effect on gravitational force than decreasing the distance between two objects. Which evaluation is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

The conclusion is incorrect because changing distance often has a stronger effect due to the inverse-square relationship.

Answer

The conclusion is always correct.

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The conclusion is correct only when both masses are equal.

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The conclusion cannot be evaluated using Newton's law.

Question 38

A hydraulic lift produces less output force than expected even though the piston sizes are correct. Which explanation is most reasonable?

Accepted Answer

The hydraulic fluid is leaking from the system.

Answer

Pascal's Principle no longer applies.

Answer

The output piston is larger than the input piston.

Answer

The fluid pressure is transmitted perfectly.

Question 39

Why does a hydraulic jack allow a person to lift a heavy vehicle using a relatively small input force?

Accepted Answer

The larger output piston has a greater cross-sectional area, producing a larger output force.

Answer

The hydraulic fluid becomes lighter under pressure.

Answer

The vehicle loses weight during lifting.

Answer

Gravity decreases when the jack is used.

Question 40

A person drinks through a straw. Which explanation best describes why the liquid rises in the straw?

Accepted Answer

The pressure inside the straw decreases, allowing atmospheric pressure to push the liquid upward.

Answer

The straw creates additional liquid inside the cup.

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Gravity pushes the liquid upward through the straw.

Answer

The liquid is pulled upward by Earth's magnetic field.

Question 41

Why do astronauts aboard an orbiting spacecraft appear weightless even though Earth's gravity still acts on them?

Accepted Answer

They are continuously falling toward Earth together with the spacecraft.

Answer

Earth's gravity does not extend into space.

Answer

They have no mass while in orbit.

Answer

The spacecraft blocks Earth's gravitational pull.

Question 42

Why are hydraulic car brakes able to stop a vehicle efficiently?

Accepted Answer

They transmit pressure through an enclosed fluid to all brake components.

Answer

They convert water into fuel.

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They increase the vehicle's weight.

Answer

They reduce friction between the tires and the road.

Question 43

A spacecraft travels from Earth toward Mars. As the spacecraft moves away from Earth, which calculation best predicts the gravitational force exerted by Earth?

Accepted Answer

Use Newton's universal gravitation equation with the changing distance.

Answer

Divide the spacecraft's mass by Earth's radius.

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Multiply Earth's gravitational acceleration by the spacecraft's height.

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Multiply Earth's mass by the spacecraft's speed.

Question 44

An engineer is selecting a fluid for a hydraulic braking system. Which property is most important for ensuring efficient transmission of force?

Accepted Answer

Very low compressibility

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High compressibility

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Very high surface tension

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Low density

Question 45

A mechanic must choose a liquid to lubricate fast-moving machine parts. Which fluid property should be considered most carefully?

Accepted Answer

Viscosity

Answer

Surface tension

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Compressibility

Answer

Pressure

Question 46

Which of the following is considered a fluid?

Accepted Answer

Water because it can flow and take the shape of its container.

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Wood because it has a fixed shape and volume.

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Glass because it keeps its original shape.

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Steel because it resists deformation under normal conditions.

Question 47

Why does lifting a backpack onto a table increase its gravitational potential energy?

Accepted Answer

Work is done against gravity.

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The backpack's volume increases.

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The backpack gains additional mass.

Answer

Gravity becomes stronger.

Question 48

A student claims that doubling both masses while doubling the distance between them leaves the gravitational force unchangeIs the claim correct?

Accepted Answer

Yes, because both changes cancel each other.

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No, because the force becomes twice as large.

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No, because the force becomes four times smaller.

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Yes, because gravitational force depends only on distance.

Question 49

Four identical satellites orbit the same planet at different distances. 
Satellite W - Distance from Planet's Center, R
Satellite X - Distance from Planet's Center, 2R
Satellite Y - Distance from Planet's Center, 3R
Satellite Z - Distance from Planet's Center, 4R
Which satellite experiences the weakest gravitational force?

Accepted Answer

Z

Answer

W

Answer

X

Answer

Y

Question 50

A student measures the time required for four liquids to flow through the same narrow tube.
Liquid W – 5 s
Liquid X – 8 s
Liquid Y – 12 s
Liquid Z – 18 s
Which liquid has the highest viscosity?

Accepted Answer

Z

Answer

Y

Answer

W

Answer

X

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