Explore topic-wise MCQs in Engineering Physics.

This section includes 5 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Engineering Physics knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

When moving along a curved path, he ___________

A. Leans inwards
B. Leans outwards
C. Is still
D. Leans sideways
Answer» B. Leans outwards
Discussion
2.

Friction can be increased by ___________

A. Using air cushion
B. Lubricants
C. Using sand
D. Using ball bearings
Answer» D. Using ball bearings
Discussion
3.

A mass of 4kg rests on a horizontal plane. The plane is gradually inclined until at an angle = 15 with the horizontal, the mass just begins to slide. What is the coefficient of static friction between the block and the surface?

A. 0.814
B. 0.27
C. 1.5
D. 3.5
Answer» C. 1.5
Discussion
4.

A cubical block rests on an inclined plane of = 1/ 3, determine the angle of inclination when the block just slides down the inclined plane?

A. 40
B. 50
C. 30
D. 20
Answer» D. 20
Discussion
5.

The coefficient of static friction is ___________

A. Less than the coefficient of kinetic friction
B. Greater than the coefficient of limiting friction
C. Equal to the coefficient of kinetic friction
D. Equal to the tangent of the angle of friction
Answer» E.
Discussion