Question detail
Which option best applies compression for Stretching and deformation in AQA GCSE Physics Forces?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Forces and elasticity
Question
- A. Deformation caused by squeezing forces — definition focus for compression
- B. This confuses elastic and plastic deformation and does not answer Stretching and deformation.
- C. This is too vague because it does not use the force or motion quantity named in the objective.
- D. This reverses the physical cause and effect for Forces and elasticity.
Answer
The correct answer is: Deformation caused by squeezing forces — definition focus for compression
Explanation
The correct option is Deformation caused by squeezing forces — definition focus for compression. Deformation caused by squeezing forces — definition focus for compression is correct because it matches the approved learning objective to describe compression as deformation caused by squeezing forces. This answer belongs to Stretching and deformation within Forces and elasticity, so it must use precise AQA GCSE Physics forces and motion vocabulary. The other options are wrong because they either confuse elastic and plastic deformation, omit the required force or motion condition, or move away from the exact subtopic being tested.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Compression
Students often confuse compression with other types of deformation, thinking it involves stretching rather than squeezing forces.
To fix this, students should focus on the definition of compression as specifically caused by squeezing forces and practice identifying examples of compression in different materials.
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