Q. In a two-dimensional static equilibrium problem, how many equations are needed to solve for the unknowns?
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Solution
In a two-dimensional static equilibrium problem, two equations (sum of forces in x and y directions) are needed to solve for the unknowns.
Correct Answer:
B
— 2
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Q. What happens to the center of gravity of an object if its shape is altered but its mass remains constant?
A.
It remains in the same position.
B.
It moves closer to the heavier side.
C.
It moves to the geometric center.
D.
It cannot be determined.
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Solution
If the shape of an object is altered, the center of gravity may move closer to the heavier side, depending on the distribution of mass.
Correct Answer:
B
— It moves closer to the heavier side.
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Q. What is the acceleration of an object in free fall near the Earth's surface?
A.
9.81 m/s²
B.
0 m/s²
C.
1.62 m/s²
D.
32.2 ft/s²
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Solution
The acceleration due to gravity near the Earth's surface is approximately 9.81 m/s².
Correct Answer:
A
— 9.81 m/s²
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Q. What is the acceleration of an object moving in a circular path at constant speed?
A.
Zero
B.
Constant
C.
Centripetal
D.
Tangential
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Solution
An object moving in a circular path at constant speed experiences centripetal acceleration directed towards the center of the circle.
Correct Answer:
C
— Centripetal
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Q. What is the angle of inclination at which the force of static friction equals the component of weight acting down the slope for a coefficient of static friction of 0.4?
A.
21.8 degrees
B.
22.5 degrees
C.
23.5 degrees
D.
24.0 degrees
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Solution
The angle θ can be found using tan(θ) = μs. Thus, θ = arctan(0.4) ≈ 21.8 degrees.
Correct Answer:
A
— 21.8 degrees
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Q. What is the center of gravity of a uniform beam of length L?
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Solution
For a uniform beam, the center of gravity is located at its midpoint, which is L/2.
Correct Answer:
B
— L/2
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Q. What is the center of gravity of a uniform beam?
A.
At one end of the beam
B.
At the midpoint of the beam
C.
At the quarter point of the beam
D.
At the three-quarter point of the beam
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Solution
For a uniform beam, the center of gravity is located at the midpoint of the beam.
Correct Answer:
B
— At the midpoint of the beam
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Q. What is the center of gravity of a uniform rectangular plate?
A.
At one corner
B.
At the midpoint
C.
At the center
D.
At the edge
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Solution
For a uniform rectangular plate, the center of gravity is located at the geometric center.
Correct Answer:
C
— At the center
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Q. What is the coefficient of static friction if a 50 kg box requires a force of 200 N to start moving?
A.
0.4
B.
0.5
C.
0.6
D.
0.7
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Solution
The coefficient of static friction (μs) can be calculated using the formula F = μs * N, where N is the normal force. Here, N = mg = 50 kg * 9.81 m/s² = 490.5 N. Thus, μs = F/N = 200 N / 490.5 N ≈ 0.4.
Correct Answer:
B
— 0.5
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Q. What is the condition for a rigid body to be in static equilibrium?
A.
The sum of all forces acting on the body is zero.
B.
The sum of all moments about any point is zero.
C.
Both the sum of forces and the sum of moments are zero.
D.
The body must be at rest.
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Solution
For a rigid body to be in static equilibrium, both the sum of all forces and the sum of all moments acting on the body must be zero.
Correct Answer:
C
— Both the sum of forces and the sum of moments are zero.
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Q. What is the condition for static equilibrium?
A.
Sum of forces is zero
B.
Sum of moments is zero
C.
Both A and B
D.
None of the above
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Solution
An object is in static equilibrium when both the sum of forces and the sum of moments acting on it are zero.
Correct Answer:
C
— Both A and B
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Q. What is the effect of increasing the angle of inclination on the normal force acting on an object on an inclined plane?
A.
Increases
B.
Decreases
C.
Remains the same
D.
Becomes zero
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Solution
As the angle of inclination increases, the normal force acting on the object decreases.
Correct Answer:
B
— Decreases
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Q. What is the formula for calculating the frictional force?
A.
F_friction = μN
B.
F_friction = m*a
C.
F_friction = N/g
D.
F_friction = v/t
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Solution
The frictional force is calculated using the formula F_friction = μN, where μ is the coefficient of friction and N is the normal force.
Correct Answer:
A
— F_friction = μN
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Q. What is the moment of a force about a point?
A.
Force times distance
B.
Force divided by distance
C.
Force times angle
D.
Force times time
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Solution
The moment of a force about a point is calculated as the product of the force and the perpendicular distance from the point to the line of action of the force.
Correct Answer:
A
— Force times distance
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Q. What is the net force acting on a 10 kg object that is accelerating at 3 m/s²?
A.
30 N
B.
10 N
C.
3 N
D.
0 N
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Solution
Using Newton's second law, F = ma, we find F = 10 kg * 3 m/s² = 30 N.
Correct Answer:
A
— 30 N
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Q. What is the net force acting on a 5 kg object that is accelerating at 2 m/s²?
A.
10 N
B.
5 N
C.
2 N
D.
15 N
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Solution
Using Newton's second law, F = ma, where m = 5 kg and a = 2 m/s², we find F = 5 kg * 2 m/s² = 10 N.
Correct Answer:
A
— 10 N
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Q. What is the role of friction in static equilibrium?
A.
It always opposes motion.
B.
It can help maintain equilibrium.
C.
It has no effect on equilibrium.
D.
It only acts on moving bodies.
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Solution
Friction can help maintain equilibrium by providing the necessary force to counteract any applied forces that would cause motion.
Correct Answer:
B
— It can help maintain equilibrium.
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Q. What is the sum of forces acting on an object in equilibrium?
A.
Zero
B.
Equal to the weight of the object
C.
Equal to the applied force
D.
Equal to the frictional force
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Solution
In equilibrium, the sum of all forces acting on an object is zero.
Correct Answer:
A
— Zero
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Q. What is the time taken for an object to fall from a height of 45 m under gravity?
A.
3 s
B.
4.5 s
C.
5 s
D.
6 s
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Solution
Using the formula h = 0.5 * g * t², we can rearrange to find t = √(2h/g). Substituting h = 45 m and g = 9.81 m/s² gives t ≈ 4.5 s.
Correct Answer:
B
— 4.5 s
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Q. Which of the following is NOT a type of support in statics?
A.
Fixed support
B.
Pin support
C.
Sliding support
D.
Hinge support
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Solution
Sliding support is not a standard type of support in statics; the common types are fixed, pin, and roller supports.
Correct Answer:
C
— Sliding support
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Q. Which of the following statements is true regarding the equilibrium of a rigid body?
A.
Only forces need to be considered.
B.
Only moments need to be considered.
C.
Both forces and moments must be considered.
D.
Equilibrium is not possible in rigid bodies.
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Solution
In the equilibrium of a rigid body, both forces and moments must be considered to ensure the body remains at rest.
Correct Answer:
C
— Both forces and moments must be considered.
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