In which of the following situations is the force that moves the rock acting from a distance? A. A person kicks the rock. B. A rock falls through the air. C. A hammer hits the rock. D. A bulldozer pushes the rock.
Question
In which of the following situations is the force that moves the rock acting from a distance? A. A person kicks the rock. B. A rock falls through the air. C. A hammer hits the rock. D. A bulldozer pushes the rock.
Solution
The force that moves the rock acting from a distance is in situation B. A rock falls through the air. This is due to the force of gravity, which acts at a distance. In the other situations (A, C, and D), the forces are acting through direct contact.
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