Edexcel A-Level Physics Free-Body Force Diagrams

Practise Edexcel A-Level Physics free-body force diagrams through labelled arrows for weight, reaction, tension, drag, upthrust and equilibrium force sizes.

Exam points

draw and label weight, reaction, tension, drag or upthrust arrows on isolated objects
use equilibrium or acceleration contexts to set relative directions and arrow lengths

[Maximum number: 4]

The luge is an event at the Winter Olympics. An athlete lies on a small sledge and races down an icy track, feet first.

Figure for Question 1.3.8 - Free-body force diagrams question 1 — Edexcel A-Level Physics AS

An athlete accelerates down a straight section of the track as shown. The track is at an angle $\theta$ to the horizontal.

Draw a free-body force diagram for the sledge and athlete.
You should consider the relative sizes of the forces when drawing your diagram.

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1.3.8 - Free-body force diagrams question 1