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Topic 5.6 · 42 MCQs

Newton’s Second Law in Rotational Form Practice

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Question 1

A net torque of 12 N·m acts on a wheel with rotational inertia 3 kg·m². What angular acceleration results?

A0.25 rad/s²B4 rad/s²C9 rad/s²D36 rad/s²

Question 2

The net torque on a rigid body doubles while its rotational inertia stays constant. What happens to angular acceleration?

AIt halvesBIt stays constantCIt doublesDIt quadruples

Question 3

Two disks experience the same net torque. Disk A has I=2I_B. Which statement is correct?

Aα_A=2α_BBα_A=α_B/2Cα_A=α_BDNo angular acceleration can occur

Question 4

A loaded flywheel spins up more slowly than a light disk under the same torque. Which Topic 5.6 concept most directly explains this physical situation?

AMultiple torquesBTranslation plus rotationCRotational inertia resists angular accelerationDExternal torque on system

Question 5

Which statement best defines Rotational inertia resists angular acceleration in Topic 5.6?

AFor the same net torque, larger I means smaller α.BUse signed sum of all external torques.CA rigid body can have center-of-mass acceleration and angular acceleration simultaneously.DInternal torque pairs do not change total angular momentum of a suitably chosen system; rotational dynamics use net external torque.

Question 6

A second situation is observed: Extending masses outward reduces angular acceleration for fixed torque. Which concept is being applied?

AExternal torque on systemBRotational inertia resists angular accelerationCMultiple torquesDTranslation plus rotation

Question 7

Motor torque and friction torque oppose each other. Which Topic 5.6 concept most directly explains this physical situation?

ATranslation plus rotationBExternal torque on systemCMultiple torquesDNet torque causes angular acceleration

Question 8

Which statement best defines Multiple torques in Topic 5.6?

AUse signed sum of all external torques.BA rigid body can have center-of-mass acceleration and angular acceleration simultaneously.CInternal torque pairs do not change total angular momentum of a suitably chosen system; rotational dynamics use net external torque.DA nonzero net torque changes angular velocity.

Question 9

A second situation is observed: Two applied forces can create competing clockwise/counterclockwise effects. Which concept is being applied?

ANet torque causes angular accelerationBMultiple torquesCTranslation plus rotationDExternal torque on system

Question 10

A rolling wheel accelerates forward while speeding up its rotation. Which Topic 5.6 concept most directly explains this physical situation?

AExternal torque on systemBNet torque causes angular accelerationCTranslation plus rotationDRotational inertia resists angular acceleration

Question 11

Which statement best defines Translation plus rotation in Topic 5.6?

AA rigid body can have center-of-mass acceleration and angular acceleration simultaneously.BInternal torque pairs do not change total angular momentum of a suitably chosen system; rotational dynamics use net external torque.CA nonzero net torque changes angular velocity.DFor the same net torque, larger I means smaller α.

Question 12

A second situation is observed: A falling spool can translate and rotate due to tension/gravity. Which concept is being applied?

ARotational inertia resists angular accelerationBTranslation plus rotationCExternal torque on systemDNet torque causes angular acceleration

Question 13

For a wheel+axle system, bearing friction is external if the support is outside. Which Topic 5.6 concept most directly explains this physical situation?

ANet torque causes angular accelerationBRotational inertia resists angular accelerationCExternal torque on systemDMultiple torques

Question 14

Which statement best defines External torque on system in Topic 5.6?

AInternal torque pairs do not change total angular momentum of a suitably chosen system; rotational dynamics use net external torque.BA nonzero net torque changes angular velocity.CFor the same net torque, larger I means smaller α.DUse signed sum of all external torques.

Question 15

A second situation is observed: For a two-body system, mutual forces can be internal. Which concept is being applied?

AMultiple torquesBExternal torque on systemCNet torque causes angular accelerationDRotational inertia resists angular acceleration

Question 16

Which relationship best represents this Topic 5.6 idea: Rigid-body rotational dynamics about a fixed axis?

AΣF_ext = Ma_cmBΣτ_ext = IαCτ = rF sinθDNo quantitative relationship applies

Question 17

In Topic 5.6, which variable-and-unit description belongs with Στ_ext = Iα?

AFor τ = rF sinθ: N·mBFor ΣF_ext = Ma_cm: F: N; M: kg; a: m/s²CFor Στ_ext = Iα: τ: N·m; I: kg·m²; α: rad/s²DAll quantities are unitless

Question 18

For Topic 5.6, consider this real application: 12 N·m on I=3 gives α=4 rad/s². Which relationship supports that result?

AΣτ_ext = IαBτ = rF sinθCΣF_ext = Ma_cmDOnly a verbal rule with no relationship

Question 19

Which relationship best represents this Topic 5.6 idea: Use alongside rotation when center of mass translates?

Aτ = rF sinθBΣF_ext = Ma_cmCΣτ_ext = IαDNo quantitative relationship applies

Question 20

In Topic 5.6, which variable-and-unit description belongs with ΣF_ext = Ma_cm?

AFor Στ_ext = Iα: τ: N·m; I: kg·m²; α: rad/s²BFor τ = rF sinθ: N·mCFor ΣF_ext = Ma_cm: F: N; M: kg; a: m/s²DAll quantities are unitless

Question 21

For Topic 5.6, consider this real application: Rolling object down ramp needs both translation and rotation equations. Which relationship supports that result?

AΣF_ext = Ma_cmBΣτ_ext = IαCτ = rF sinθDOnly a verbal rule with no relationship

Question 22

Which relationship best represents this Topic 5.6 idea: Convert applied forces to torque?

AΣτ_ext = IαBτ = rF sinθCΣF_ext = Ma_cmDNo quantitative relationship applies

Question 23

In Topic 5.6, which variable-and-unit description belongs with τ = rF sinθ?

AFor ΣF_ext = Ma_cm: F: N; M: kg; a: m/s²BFor Στ_ext = Iα: τ: N·m; I: kg·m²; α: rad/s²CFor τ = rF sinθ: N·mDAll quantities are unitless

Question 24

For Topic 5.6, consider this real application: A perpendicular force at larger r gives greater τ. Which relationship supports that result?

Aτ = rF sinθBΣF_ext = Ma_cmCΣτ_ext = IαDOnly a verbal rule with no relationship

Question 25

In Topic 5.6, analyze this situation: A constant motor torque acts on a flywheel. Which conclusion is most consistent with the physics?

AHandle gives larger torque and therefore larger angular acceleration.BGravity drives translation; static friction provides torque needed for rotation depending on chosen model.Cα=τ/I; adding rim mass increases I and reduces α.DThere is not enough information to use any Topic 5.6 idea

Question 26

Which Topic 5.6 worked example best illustrates this reasoning: “α=τ/I; adding rim mass increases I and reduces α”?

ARolling cylinderBFlywheelCDoorDNone of the listed physical situations

Question 27

A student is deciding how to begin the “Flywheel” situation. What is the best first move?

ASubstitute numbers before identifying the modelBIdentify the relevant Topic 5.6 concept/relationship and its assumptionsCIgnore units and directionsDUse every formula in the unit

Question 28

In Topic 5.6, analyze this situation: Same push force applied near hinge vs handle. Which conclusion is most consistent with the physics?

AGravity drives translation; static friction provides torque needed for rotation depending on chosen model.Bα=τ/I; adding rim mass increases I and reduces α.CHandle gives larger torque and therefore larger angular acceleration.DThere is not enough information to use any Topic 5.6 idea

Question 29

Which Topic 5.6 worked example best illustrates this reasoning: “Handle gives larger torque and therefore larger angular acceleration”?

AFlywheelBDoorCRolling cylinderDNone of the listed physical situations

Question 30

A student is deciding how to begin the “Door” situation. What is the best first move?

ASubstitute numbers before identifying the modelBIdentify the relevant Topic 5.6 concept/relationship and its assumptionsCIgnore units and directionsDUse every formula in the unit

Question 31

In Topic 5.6, analyze this situation: A cylinder rolls down an incline without slipping. Which conclusion is most consistent with the physics?

Aα=τ/I; adding rim mass increases I and reduces α.BHandle gives larger torque and therefore larger angular acceleration.CGravity drives translation; static friction provides torque needed for rotation depending on chosen model.DThere is not enough information to use any Topic 5.6 idea

Question 32

Which Topic 5.6 worked example best illustrates this reasoning: “Gravity drives translation; static friction provides torque needed for rotation depending on chosen model”?

ADoorBRolling cylinderCFlywheelDNone of the listed physical situations

Question 33

A student is deciding how to begin the “Rolling cylinder” situation. What is the best first move?

ASubstitute numbers before identifying the modelBIdentify the relevant Topic 5.6 concept/relationship and its assumptionsCIgnore units and directionsDUse every formula in the unit

Question 34

In Topic 5.6, a student claims: “Net torque determines angular velocity directly.” Which correction is best?

AThe claim is always correctBIt determines angular acceleration.CThe claim becomes correct if all numbers are positiveDThe claim cannot be checked experimentally

Question 35

Which statement should replace this misconception in a Topic 5.6 solution: “Net torque determines angular velocity directly.”?

AIt determines angular acceleration.BKeep the misconception because it is a definitionCIgnore the physical model and compare only unitsDThe opposite of the misconception is always numerically zero

Question 36

In Topic 5.6, a student claims: “Same torque gives same α for all objects.” Which correction is best?

AThe claim is always correctBα depends inversely on I.CThe claim becomes correct if all numbers are positiveDThe claim cannot be checked experimentally

Question 37

Which statement should replace this misconception in a Topic 5.6 solution: “Same torque gives same α for all objects.”?

Aα depends inversely on I.BKeep the misconception because it is a definitionCIgnore the physical model and compare only unitsDThe opposite of the misconception is always numerically zero

Question 38

In Topic 5.6, a student claims: “Use Στ=Iα without specifying an axis.” Which correction is best?

AThe claim is always correctBTorque and rotational inertia are axis-dependent; specify the axis/model.CThe claim becomes correct if all numbers are positiveDThe claim cannot be checked experimentally

Question 39

Which statement should replace this misconception in a Topic 5.6 solution: “Use Στ=Iα without specifying an axis.”?

ATorque and rotational inertia are axis-dependent; specify the axis/model.BKeep the misconception because it is a definitionCIgnore the physical model and compare only unitsDThe opposite of the misconception is always numerically zero

Question 40

What should a student identify before calculating in Topic 5.6?

AOnly the final numerical answerBRelate torque, rotational inertia, and angular acceleration; connect force diagrams to torque equations; and analyze systems with both translation and rotation.COnly whether the quantity is positiveDEvery equation on the reference sheet

Question 41

Which statement best describes the AP Physics 1 scope for Topic 5.6?

AThe topic has no defined scopeBTopic 5.6 completes rotational dynamics; rotational energy and angular momentum are Unit 6.CCalculus is required for every questionDOnly memorized numerical values are assessed

Question 42

Which study sequence best matches this Topic 5.6 lesson?

AFormula first → ignore meaning → memorize answerBDefinition → physical model → real examples → equation conditions → reasoning/practiceCPractice only → skip definitions and examplesDSearch a different page for every unfamiliar term before continuing

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Newton’s Second Law in Rotational Form Practice

A net torque of 12 N·m acts on a wheel with rotational inertia 3 kg·m². What angular acceleration results?

The net torque on a rigid body doubles while its rotational inertia stays constant. What happens to angular acceleration?

Two disks experience the same net torque. Disk A has I=2I_B. Which statement is correct?

A loaded flywheel spins up more slowly than a light disk under the same torque. Which Topic 5.6 concept most directly explains this physical situation?

Which statement best defines Rotational inertia resists angular acceleration in Topic 5.6?

A second situation is observed: Extending masses outward reduces angular acceleration for fixed torque. Which concept is being applied?

Motor torque and friction torque oppose each other. Which Topic 5.6 concept most directly explains this physical situation?

Which statement best defines Multiple torques in Topic 5.6?

A second situation is observed: Two applied forces can create competing clockwise/counterclockwise effects. Which concept is being applied?

A rolling wheel accelerates forward while speeding up its rotation. Which Topic 5.6 concept most directly explains this physical situation?

Which statement best defines Translation plus rotation in Topic 5.6?

A second situation is observed: A falling spool can translate and rotate due to tension/gravity. Which concept is being applied?

For a wheel+axle system, bearing friction is external if the support is outside. Which Topic 5.6 concept most directly explains this physical situation?

Which statement best defines External torque on system in Topic 5.6?

A second situation is observed: For a two-body system, mutual forces can be internal. Which concept is being applied?

Which relationship best represents this Topic 5.6 idea: Rigid-body rotational dynamics about a fixed axis?

In Topic 5.6, which variable-and-unit description belongs with Στ_ext = Iα?

For Topic 5.6, consider this real application: 12 N·m on I=3 gives α=4 rad/s². Which relationship supports that result?

Which relationship best represents this Topic 5.6 idea: Use alongside rotation when center of mass translates?

In Topic 5.6, which variable-and-unit description belongs with ΣF_ext = Ma_cm?

For Topic 5.6, consider this real application: Rolling object down ramp needs both translation and rotation equations. Which relationship supports that result?

Which relationship best represents this Topic 5.6 idea: Convert applied forces to torque?

In Topic 5.6, which variable-and-unit description belongs with τ = rF sinθ?

For Topic 5.6, consider this real application: A perpendicular force at larger r gives greater τ. Which relationship supports that result?

In Topic 5.6, analyze this situation: A constant motor torque acts on a flywheel. Which conclusion is most consistent with the physics?

Which Topic 5.6 worked example best illustrates this reasoning: “α=τ/I; adding rim mass increases I and reduces α”?

A student is deciding how to begin the “Flywheel” situation. What is the best first move?

In Topic 5.6, analyze this situation: Same push force applied near hinge vs handle. Which conclusion is most consistent with the physics?

Which Topic 5.6 worked example best illustrates this reasoning: “Handle gives larger torque and therefore larger angular acceleration”?

A student is deciding how to begin the “Door” situation. What is the best first move?

In Topic 5.6, analyze this situation: A cylinder rolls down an incline without slipping. Which conclusion is most consistent with the physics?

Which Topic 5.6 worked example best illustrates this reasoning: “Gravity drives translation; static friction provides torque needed for rotation depending on chosen model”?

A student is deciding how to begin the “Rolling cylinder” situation. What is the best first move?

In Topic 5.6, a student claims: “Net torque determines angular velocity directly.” Which correction is best?

Which statement should replace this misconception in a Topic 5.6 solution: “Net torque determines angular velocity directly.”?

In Topic 5.6, a student claims: “Same torque gives same α for all objects.” Which correction is best?

Which statement should replace this misconception in a Topic 5.6 solution: “Same torque gives same α for all objects.”?

In Topic 5.6, a student claims: “Use Στ=Iα without specifying an axis.” Which correction is best?

Which statement should replace this misconception in a Topic 5.6 solution: “Use Στ=Iα without specifying an axis.”?

What should a student identify before calculating in Topic 5.6?

Which statement best describes the AP Physics 1 scope for Topic 5.6?

Which study sequence best matches this Topic 5.6 lesson?

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