If a Glass of Water Is on a Table with a Piece

question 28

Multiple Choice

If a glass of water is on a table with a piece of paper under it,it is relatively easy to pull the paper out without disturbing the glass very much if the pull is done very quickly.This is because,with a quick pull:

• A)the force on the glass will be less.
• B)the momentum of the paper will be greater.
• C)the time for the pull will be less.
• D)the coefficient of kinetic friction will be less.

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Owner's Equity

The residual interest in the assets of a business after deducting liabilities; represents the owner's claim on the business assets.

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