AP Physics C Mechanics Flashcards: Newtons Third Law

Study Newtons Third Law in AP Physics C Mechanics with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

Identify the reaction force when a person punches a punching bag.

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ANSWER

Bag exerts force on hand. The bag pushes back with equal force.

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This deck focuses on Newtons Third Law, giving you a quick way to review the definitions, rules, and examples that matter most for AP Physics C Mechanics.

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Practice questions

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A rower pulls an oar handle with

F_{\text{rower}\to\text{oar}}=1.8\times10^{2}\,\text{N}

toward the stern; the blade pushes water backward with

F_{\text{oar}\to\text{water}}=1.8\times10^{2}\,\text{N}

, and the water pushes the blade forward with equal magnitude. In the scenario, which force is the reaction to

F_{\text{oar}\to\text{water}}

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