Key terms

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Definition of a Resultant force
the vector sum of forces acting on a body
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Definition of Newtons third law
If a body A exerts a force on a body, then B exerts an equal on opposite force on A
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Moment equation?
force x perpendicular distance from the axis
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Principle of moments?
resultant force = 0
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Definition of the centre of gravity
point where the entire weight of the body is considered to act
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which term is correct?
velocity = total displacement / time
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which term is correct?
acceleration = change in velocity / time
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what is instantaneous speed?
rate of change of distance
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Definition of Work
force multiplied by the distance moved in the direction of the force
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Definition of power?
rate of energy transfer (work done)
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Definition of Newtons third law

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