Mini-Quiz: Characteristics of Force

1. What is an impulse?

   A force applied for a very short timeThat's correct. You know about forces. When a person is impulsiveGood try, but not right. Select another answer. The same as an impactSorry, not correct. Try another button.

2. Why is friction considered passive?

   Because it is the same as an active forceSorry, not correct. Try another button. It only responds to the motion of the other objectCorrect answer. You are doing great. Because it really does not existOops! Wrong answer. Re-read the question and try again.

3. What do you feel when you push on an object?

   An equal inertial force pushing backThat's correct. You know about forces. Nothing, because it moves away from youGood try, but not right. Select another answer. It depends on how hard you pushOops! Wrong answer. Re-read the question and try again.

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