The force required to keep a body moving in uniform velocity on a frictionless surface is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The force required to keep a body moving in uniform velocity on a frictionless surface is
A. Equal to applied force
B. Zero
C. Equal to its weight
D. Product of mass and velocity
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
On a frictionless surface, no net external force is required to maintain uniform velocity (Newton's first law). Only to change velocity force is needed. Thus, force required is zero. If friction present, force would be needed to balance friction.

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The focal length of a concave mirror is 20 cm. An object is placed at 30 cm from the mirror. The image distance is:
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Correct Answer: Option C


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