Definition check: meaning of the term ‘‘force’’ with respect to motion Statement: ‘‘Force may be defined as an agent which produces or tends to produce motion, or destroys or tends to destroy motion.’’ Choose the correct evaluation.
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering Mechanics
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AAgree
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BDisagree
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CTrue only for linear motion
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DTrue only at constant speed
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ECannot be decided
Answer
Correct Answer: Agree
Explanation
Concept/Approach
- In mechanics, a force is any interaction that can change the state of motion of a body (start, stop, speed up, slow down, or change direction). The statement reflects this definition.
Final AnswerAgree