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Date May 2012 Marks available 1 Reference code 12M.1.SL.TZ2.4
Level Standard level Paper Paper 1 Time zone Time zone 2
Command term Question number 4 Adapted from N/A

Question

A force F acts on a block at an angle θ with respect to a horizontal surface.

The block is moving with a constant velocity v along the surface. A resistive force acts on the block.

Which of the following correctly represents the forces acting on the block?

 

 

Markscheme

D

Examiners report

Most candidates selected the incorrect response of C. The only difference between C and D is the relative lengths of the vertical arrows and as a component of F contributes to the upward force the correct answer must be D. Candidates are urged to read all the options given as they are required to select the best option and clearly, in this case, D is better than C.

Syllabus sections

Core » Topic 2: Mechanics » 2.2 – Forces
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