Question detail
Which of the following is an example of compression?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Forces and elasticity
Question
- A. Stretching a rubber band
- B. Squeezing a sponge
- C. Bending a metal rod
- D. Twisting a piece of paper
Answer
Squeezing a sponge
Explanation
Squeezing a sponge is a clear example of compression, where the sponge is deformed due to applied squeezing forces.
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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