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PHY 101 PHY 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

A ball is found at rest on a table; the upward supporting force of the surface is called?
Options
A Upward force
B Static force
C Normal force
Correct Answer
D Resting force
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The upward force exerted by a surface perpendicular to the object is the normal force.

Hint

This force acts perpendicular to the surface of contact.

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