Question

    Which law explains why it is difficult to hammer a nail into a freely suspended wooden frame?

    A Law of inertia Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Newton’s second law Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Newton’s third law Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Pascal’s law Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    According to Newton's third law, every action has an equal and opposite reaction. When you try to hammer a nail into a freely suspended frame, the frame moves in the opposite direction, making it difficult.

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