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| Tutorial ID | Title | Tutorial | Video Tutorial | Revision Notes | Revision Questions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.3 | Newton's Second Law for System of Particles |
Newton's Second Law for System of Particles Revision Questions
1) Two forces are acting horizontally on a system of two particles connected through a very light and non-stretchable stick as shown in the figure.
What is the acceleration of the system (and in which direction does it occur)?
- 3 m/s2 right
- 6.5 m/s2 right
- 6 m/s2 left - down
- 6 m/s2 right
Correct Answer: D
2) Two particles are initially at the positions shown in the figure.
What is the acceleration of the system written in two decimal places?
- 3.33 m/s2
- 4.57 m/s2
- 1.14 m/s2
- 0.00 m/s2
Correct Answer: A
3) A system of three particles are shown in the figure below.
Where will the centre of mass be after 3 s if the system starts moving from rest?
- (10.1 m, 10.6 m)
- (12.4 m, 5.25 m)
- (9.1 m, 5.4 m)
- (12.85 m, 1.65 m)
Correct Answer: B
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