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Forces and Newton's first lawAQA A-Level Maths: Mind map

Force
First law

Newton's first law

forces in equilibrium

resultant = 0constant velocity
Resultant
Resolving
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Exam questions on Forces and Newton's first law

  1. A particle is acted on by two horizontal forces: one of magnitude 1212 N, and one of magnitude 55 N at right angles to it.
    A third force F\mathbf{F} is now applied so that the particle moves with constant velocity. Find the magnitude and direction of F\mathbf{F}.2 marks
  2. A crate of mass 4040 kg is pulled along level ground by a horizontal rope. The tension in the rope is 150150 N and the crate moves at constant velocity. Take g=9.8g=9.8 m s⁻².
    The tension is suddenly increased to 300300 N, with the resistance unchanged. Explain, using Newton's first law, why the crate no longer moves at constant velocity.2 marks
  3. A particle is in equilibrium under the action of three forces F1=(4i+7j)\mathbf{F}_1=(4\mathbf{i}+7\mathbf{j}) N, F2=(−9i+2j)\mathbf{F}_2=(-9\mathbf{i}+2\mathbf{j}) N and F3\mathbf{F}_3, where i\mathbf{i} and j\mathbf{j} are perpendicular unit vectors.
    Find F3\mathbf{F}_3.3 marks
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