FORCES AND SHAPE
2 marks · EasyState two different effects that a force can have on an object. Give a different example for each effect.
State one effect and give an example.
State a second, different effect and give an example.
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(a) Change in speed (e.g. a car accelerates when you press the pedal) · must show effect stated, example provided
(b) Change in shape (e.g. squashing a sponge) · must show different effect stated, example provided
Common mistakes: Not giving an example.; Giving two effects that are essentially the same.
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Marking points
B1 (a) · 1 mark · States a valid effect of a force and provides a correct example.
B1 (b) · 1 mark · States a second, different valid effect and provides a correct example.
Worked solution
a) One effect is that a force can change the speed of an object. For example, a cyclist speeds up when they pedal harder.
b) Another effect is that a force can change the shape of an object. For example, squeezing a rubber ball changes its shape.