When can two forces be in equilibrium? - Engineering Mechanics Quiz

Mechanical Engineering : Engineering Mechanics - Quiz(MCQ)

When can two forces be in equilibrium?

They are collinear

They are equal in magnitude

They are opposite in direction

All of the above

Correct Answer : Option (D) : All of the above

Explanation : Two forces are said to be in equilibrium only if the forces are equal in magnitude, opposite in direction, and are collinear. This is equilibrium law.

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The coefficient of restitution for elastic bodies is one.

Correct

Incorrect

Both (A) and (B)

Neither (A) nor (B)

Correct Answer : Incorrect

Explanation : Coefficient of restitution for elastic bodies is 0 - 1.

Coefficient of restitution for perfect elastic bodies is 1.

Which of the following type of screws is used in the machines?

Round-threaded

Helical-threaded

Square-threaded

Rectangle-threaded

Correct Answer : Square-threaded

Explanation : In the machines, square threaded screws are employed. Because screws are commonly employed as fasteners. The fundamental benefit of screws is that the friction aids in the structure’s retention. Screws also aid in the fast and efficient joining of the structure.

The term 'force' may be defined as an agent which produces or tends to produce, destroys or tends to destroy motion.

Agree

Disagree

Both (A) and (B)

None of the above

Correct Answer : Agree