Question detail
Which of the following correctly defines moment?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Moments, levers and gears (physics only)
Question
- A. The force applied to an object
- B. The turning effect of a force
- C. The distance moved by an object
- D. The mass of an object
Answer
The turning effect of a force
Explanation
Moment is specifically defined as the turning effect produced by a force acting at a distance from a pivot.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Moment Units
Students often confuse the unit of moment, stating it as newtons instead of newton metres.
Remember that moment is defined as the turning effect of a force and is measured in newton metres (Nm), which combines force (N) and distance (m) from the pivot.
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