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1.5.3 Centre of gravity and stability

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Question 13

Passengers on a double-decker bus are not allowed to stand on the upper deck.

Why is this?

A

Standing on the upper deck raises the centre of mass, making the bus less stable.

B

Standing on the upper deck increases the mass of the bus, causing it to slow down.

C

Standing on the upper deck increases the kinetic energy of the bus.

D

Standing on the upper deck lowers the centre of mass of the bus.

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19 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 1.5.3 Centre of gravity and stability. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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