Two Bodies P and Q on a Smooth Horizontal Surface

question 19

Multiple Choice

Two bodies P and Q on a smooth horizontal surface are connected by a light cord.The mass of P is greater than that of Q.A horizontal force (of magnitude F) is applied to Q as shown in the figure,accelerating the bodies to the right.The magnitude of the force exerted by the connecting cord on body P will be

• A)zero.
• B)less than F but not zero.
• C)equal to F.
• D)greater than F.

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Definitions:

Smooth Muscle

A type of muscle found in the walls of internal organs and blood vessels, controlled involuntarily.

ACSM

The American College of Sports Medicine, an organization focused on sports medicine and exercise science.

Reps

Short for repetitions, the number of times an exercise movement is performed in a set during strength training.

Voluntary Muscles

Muscles whose movement can be consciously controlled by the individual, involved in activities such as walking or talking.