Which of these is the correct name for the force shown acting on the boat?
Put a cross (✗) in the box next to your answer - Edexcel - GCSE Physics - Question 3 - 2016 - Paper 1
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Which of these is the correct name for the force shown acting on the boat?
Put a cross (✗) in the box next to your answer.
☐ A repulsion
☐ B weight
☐ C lift
☐ D dra... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:Which of these is the correct name for the force shown acting on the boat?
Put a cross (✗) in the box next to your answer - Edexcel - GCSE Physics - Question 3 - 2016 - Paper 1
Step 1
Identify the force acting on the boat
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Answer
The force shown acting on the boat is best identified as 'drag'. This force opposes the motion of the boat through water and is caused by the friction between the water and the surface of the boat.
Step 2
Choose the correct answer
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Since the force acting on the boat is drag, you should put a cross (✗) next to option D.
