Question detail
Which of the following forces is NOT a contact force?
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 their interactions
Question
- A. Tension
- B. Normal contact force
- C. Friction
- D. Gravitational force
Answer
Gravitational force
Explanation
Gravitational force is a non-contact force that acts at a distance, while the others require contact.
Common mistake
Confusing Contact Forces
Students often confuse contact forces like friction and tension with non-contact forces such as gravitational force.
To fix this, remember that contact forces require objects to be touching, while non-contact forces can act at a distance.
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