Mini-Quiz: Inertial Force

1. What is the Action-Reaction Law?

   If a force is opposite to an object, there is a reactionSorry, not correct. Try another button. If a force is applied to an object, there is an equal and opposite reactionThat is correct. You know about inertia. If an equal force is applied to an object, there is an opposite reactionGood try, but not right. Select another answer.

2. When you push on something, how can you tell there is an opposing inertial force?

   You feel the resistance to your pushCorrect. You are showing your knoweldge about forces! The object starts moving and won't stopSorry, not correct. Try another button. You experience the object moving towards youOops! Wrong answer. Re-read the question and try again.

3. What is happening when you are riding in a bus and it suddenly stops?

   You stand upGood try, but not right. Select another answer. You move forward because your inertiaThat is correct. You know about inertia. You slide backwards in your seat due to inertia forcesSorry, not correct. Try another button.

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