HESI A2 Physics

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Question 1 of 5

A box is moved by a 15 N force over a distance of 3 m. What is the amount of work that has been done?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: To calculate work, we use the formula W = F*d, where W is work, F is force, and d is distance. In this case, the force is 15 N and the distance is 3 m. So, W = 15 N * 3 m = 45 N⋅m. Therefore, the correct answer is D. Choice A is incorrect as it incorrectly calculates work by dividing force by distance. Choice B is incorrect as it only provides the correct unit for work, not the actual calculation. Choice C is incorrect as it incorrectly multiplies force and distance to get the wrong result.

Question 2 of 5

In physics, the relationship between acceleration and force is expressed in ___________.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Newton's second law of motion. This law states that the acceleration of an object is directly proportional to the net force acting on it and inversely proportional to its mass. The formula for this relationship is F = ma, where F is the force applied, m is the mass of the object, and a is the acceleration produced. This equation clearly expresses the relationship between acceleration and force. Now, let's analyze why the other choices are incorrect: A: Newton's first law of motion, also known as the law of inertia, states that an object at rest will remain at rest, and an object in motion will remain in motion unless acted upon by an external force. This law does not directly relate to the relationship between acceleration and force. C: Newton's third law of motion states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. This law describes the interaction between two objects and their forces, not the relationship between acceleration and force. D: Saying

Question 3 of 5

A 50-kg box of iron fishing weights is balanced at the edge of a table. Peter gives it a push, and it falls 2 meters to the floor. Which of the following statements is true?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C because when the box falls, it converts its potential energy (due to its height above the floor) into kinetic energy (due to its motion). As it falls, its potential energy decreases while its kinetic energy increases. Therefore, the box has both kinetic and potential energy after it falls. A is incorrect because the box still has kinetic energy after hitting the floor. B is incorrect because the box gains kinetic energy as it falls. D is incorrect because the box retains some kinetic energy even after hitting the floor.

Question 4 of 5

Why are boats more buoyant in salt water than in fresh water?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D because salt increases the density of water, making it more buoyant. Higher water density provides greater buoyant force on the boat, allowing it to float more easily. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect as salt does not directly affect the mass of the boat, the volume of water, or the density of the boat itself.

Question 5 of 5

An airplane travels 500 miles northeast and then, on the return trip, travels 500 miles southwest. Which of the following is true?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D. Displacement is the change in position from the starting point to the endpoint, regardless of the path taken. In this case, traveling 500 miles northeast and then 500 miles southwest cancels out the movement, resulting in a displacement of 0 miles. However, the distance traveled is the total distance covered, which is 1,000 miles in this case. Therefore, option D correctly states that the displacement is 0 miles, and the distance traveled is 1,000 miles. Option A is incorrect because the distance traveled is not 0 miles. Option B is incorrect as the displacement is 0 miles. Option C is incorrect as both displacement and distance traveled are not 0 miles.

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