Units (Forces and Motion)
1 mark · NormalWhat is the SI unit for the turning effect of a force (moment)?
- A.newton metre (N m)
- B.joule (J)
- C.kilogram metre (kg m)
- D.metre per second (m/s)
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Correct option: newton metre (N m)
Also accept: Nm
Common mistakes: joule (J)
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B1 · 1 mark · Correctly selects 'newton metre (N m)' as the SI unit for moment.
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The SI unit for moment is newton metre (N m).