Conceptual Questions

1. Explain why an object accelerates when a net force is applied.
2. Describe the difference between static and kinetic friction.
3. Why does the normal force change on an inclined plane?
4. Explain how tension in a rope is affected when connected to multiple masses.
5. Why can two blocks on different inclines have different accelerations?
6. Describe the effect of friction on connected pulley systems.
7. Explain why heavier objects do not always accelerate faster down an incline.
8. Discuss the role of action-reaction pairs in Newton's Third Law for pulleys.
9. Why is it necessary to resolve forces along axes parallel and perpendicular to the incline?
10. How do multiple forces combine to affect acceleration in multi-body systems?