CAIE A-Level Physics 4.1.3 Couples and Rotation
Practise identifying a couple as equal opposite separated forces that cause rotation without translation, and distinguishing it from a single force.
- Syllabus
- 2028–2030
- Course
- Physics 9702
- Level
- AS
Exam points
- Explain that a couple is a pair of equal and opposite forces producing rotation only.
- Identify the forces and rotational effect of a couple in a diagram or physical context.
- Distinguish a couple from a single force and interpret the absence of resultant translation.
4.1.3—A couple is a pair of forces that acts to produce rotation only question 1
[Maximum number: 1]
Two forces act on an object.
Which diagram represents a couple?
A
Option A shown in diagram
B
Option B shown in diagram
C
Option C shown in diagram
D
Option D shown in diagram
B
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