Two Bodies P and Q on a Smooth Horizontal Surface

question 905

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 magnitudeF) 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:

Internal Nares

Openings located inside the nasal cavity, also known as choanae, they connect the nose to the throat.

Nasopharynx

The upper part of the throat located behind the nose, connecting the nasal cavity to the throat and playing a role in respiration and vocalization.

Epiglottis

A flap of cartilage located at the root of the tongue, which is depressed during swallowing to cover the opening of the windpipe.

Thyroid Cartilage

The largest cartilage of the larynx, forming the Adam's apple, which protects the vocal cords.