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Mechanics MCQ & Objective Questions

Mechanics is a fundamental branch of physics that plays a crucial role in various school and competitive exams. Understanding mechanics not only helps in grasping essential concepts but also enhances problem-solving skills. Practicing MCQs and objective questions in mechanics is vital for effective exam preparation, as it allows students to familiarize themselves with important questions and boosts their confidence in tackling exam challenges.

What You Will Practise Here

  • Newton's Laws of Motion
  • Work, Energy, and Power
  • Gravitation and its Applications
  • Motion in One and Two Dimensions
  • Rotational Motion and Dynamics
  • Fluid Mechanics and Properties of Matter
  • Simple Harmonic Motion

Exam Relevance

Mechanics is a significant topic in various examinations, including CBSE, State Boards, NEET, and JEE. Questions from mechanics often appear in different formats, such as numerical problems, conceptual questions, and application-based scenarios. Students can expect to encounter both direct and indirect questions that test their understanding of key concepts and their ability to apply formulas effectively. Familiarity with common question patterns in mechanics can greatly enhance performance in these exams.

Common Mistakes Students Make

  • Confusing the application of Newton's laws in different scenarios.
  • Misunderstanding the concepts of work and energy, particularly in non-conservative forces.
  • Overlooking the significance of vector quantities in motion problems.
  • Failing to apply the right formulas in rotational motion questions.
  • Neglecting the importance of free-body diagrams in solving mechanics problems.

FAQs

Question: What are some effective ways to prepare for mechanics MCQs?
Answer: Regular practice of MCQs, understanding key concepts, and solving previous years' question papers can significantly improve your preparation.

Question: How can I improve my speed in solving mechanics objective questions?
Answer: Time yourself while practicing and focus on mastering the formulas and concepts to enhance your speed and accuracy.

Now is the time to take charge of your learning! Dive into our collection of mechanics MCQs and practice questions to solidify your understanding and excel in your exams. Remember, consistent practice is the key to success!

Q. A plane is flying at 250 km/h relative to the air, which is moving at 50 km/h against the direction of the plane. What is the plane's speed relative to the ground?
  • A. 200 km/h
  • B. 250 km/h
  • C. 300 km/h
  • D. 50 km/h
Q. A rotating disk has an angular velocity of 10 rad/s. What is its angular momentum if its moment of inertia is 2 kg·m²?
  • A. 20 kg·m²/s
  • B. 10 kg·m²/s
  • C. 5 kg·m²/s
  • D. 15 kg·m²/s
Q. A runner accelerates from rest to a speed of 10 m/s in 5 seconds. What is the total distance covered during this time?
  • A. 12.5 m
  • B. 25 m
  • C. 50 m
  • D. 100 m
Q. A runner completes a 400 m lap in 50 seconds. What is their average speed?
  • A. 6 m/s
  • B. 8 m/s
  • C. 10 m/s
  • D. 12 m/s
Q. A solid disk and a hollow cylinder of the same mass and radius roll down an incline. Which one reaches the bottom first?
  • A. Solid disk
  • B. Hollow cylinder
  • C. Both reach at the same time
  • D. Depends on the angle of incline
Q. A stone is thrown horizontally from a height of 20 meters. How long does it take to hit the ground? (Assume g = 9.8 m/s²)
  • A. 1 s
  • B. 2 s
  • C. 3 s
  • D. 4 s
Q. A stone is thrown straight up with a speed of 30 m/s. How long will it take to reach its highest point? (Assume g = 9.8 m/s²)
  • A. 1.5 s
  • B. 2 s
  • C. 3 s
  • D. 4 s
Q. A swimmer can swim at 3 km/h in still water. If the current of the river is 2 km/h, what is the swimmer's speed relative to the bank when swimming upstream?
  • A. 1 km/h
  • B. 3 km/h
  • C. 5 km/h
  • D. 2 km/h
Q. A torque of 10 N·m is applied to a wheel with a moment of inertia of 2 kg·m². What is the angular acceleration?
  • A. 2 rad/s²
  • B. 5 rad/s²
  • C. 10 rad/s²
  • D. 20 rad/s²
Q. A train is moving at 90 km/h and a passenger inside walks towards the front of the train at 5 km/h. What is the passenger's speed relative to the ground?
  • A. 85 km/h
  • B. 90 km/h
  • C. 95 km/h
  • D. 5 km/h
Q. A train is moving with a velocity of 80 m/s and comes to a stop in 10 seconds. What is the acceleration of the train?
  • A. -8 m/s²
  • B. -4 m/s²
  • C. 0 m/s²
  • D. 8 m/s²
Q. A train moving at 72 km/h comes to a stop in 5 seconds. What is the train's deceleration?
  • A. 2 m/s²
  • B. 3 m/s²
  • C. 4 m/s²
  • D. 5 m/s²
Q. A vehicle travels 150 meters in 10 seconds. What is its average velocity?
  • A. 10 m/s
  • B. 15 m/s
  • C. 20 m/s
  • D. 25 m/s
Q. A wheel rotates with an angular velocity of 10 rad/s. What is its angular momentum if its moment of inertia is 2 kg·m²?
  • A. 20 kg·m²/s
  • B. 10 kg·m²/s
  • C. 5 kg·m²/s
  • D. 15 kg·m²/s
Q. A wheel rotates with an angular velocity of 4 rad/s. What is its angular momentum if its moment of inertia is 2 kg·m²?
  • A. 4 kg·m²/s
  • B. 8 kg·m²/s
  • C. 2 kg·m²/s
  • D. 16 kg·m²/s
Q. According to Faraday's law, the induced electromotive force (emf) in a closed loop is proportional to what?
  • A. The area of the loop
  • B. The rate of change of magnetic flux
  • C. The resistance of the loop
  • D. The current in the loop
Q. According to Newton's second law, what is the acceleration of a 2 kg object subjected to a net force of 10 N?
  • A. 5 m/s²
  • B. 2 m/s²
  • C. 10 m/s²
  • D. 20 m/s²
Q. According to Newton's second law, what is the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration?
  • A. F = ma
  • B. F = m/a
  • C. F = a/m
  • D. F = m + a
Q. According to Newton's third law, if you push against a wall with a force of 30 N, what is the force exerted by the wall on you?
  • A. 0 N
  • B. 15 N
  • C. 30 N
  • D. 45 N
Q. According to Newton's third law, if you push against a wall, what does the wall do?
  • A. Pushes back with equal force
  • B. Does nothing
  • C. Falls down
  • D. Absorbs the force
Q. According to Newton's third law, if you push against a wall, what happens?
  • A. The wall pushes back with equal force
  • B. The wall does not respond
  • C. You move backward
  • D. The wall collapses
Q. According to the kinetic theory, what happens to the pressure of a gas if the temperature is doubled while keeping the volume constant?
  • A. Pressure remains the same
  • B. Pressure doubles
  • C. Pressure triples
  • D. Pressure halves
Q. An object is dropped from a height of 80 m. How long will it take to reach the ground? (Assume g = 9.8 m/s²)
  • A. 2 s
  • B. 4 s
  • C. 6 s
  • D. 8 s
Q. An object is thrown vertically upward with an initial velocity of 20 m/s. How high will it go before coming to a stop?
  • A. 10 m
  • B. 20 m
  • C. 40 m
  • D. 50 m
Q. An object moves in a straight line with a constant acceleration of 3 m/s². If its initial velocity is 5 m/s, what will be its velocity after 4 seconds?
  • A. 5 m/s
  • B. 11 m/s
  • C. 17 m/s
  • D. 23 m/s
Q. An object moves with a constant acceleration of 3 m/s². If it starts from rest, what is its velocity after 4 seconds?
  • A. 6 m/s
  • B. 9 m/s
  • C. 12 m/s
  • D. 15 m/s
Q. An object with a mass of 4 kg is moving with a velocity of 3 m/s. What is its kinetic energy?
  • A. 6 J
  • B. 12 J
  • C. 24 J
  • D. 36 J
Q. How much work is done when a force of 25 N moves an object 8 m in the direction of the force?
  • A. 100 J
  • B. 150 J
  • C. 200 J
  • D. 250 J
Q. How much work is done when a force of 50 N is applied to move an object 2 m horizontally?
  • A. 100 J
  • B. 50 J
  • C. 25 J
  • D. 200 J
Q. If a 10 kg object experiences an impulse of 30 Ns, what is the change in its velocity?
  • A. 3 m/s
  • B. 2 m/s
  • C. 1 m/s
  • D. 4 m/s
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