Activity 4
Activity 4
Learning Competency:
Determine whether a system is in static equilibrium or not. (STEM_GP12RED-IIa-5)
ACTIVITY #1: COMPLETE THE KEY CONCEPTS
Directions: Fill in the blanks with the correct word/s that complete/s the key concept in each item.
1. An object is in stable equilibrium if it is at the ___________ possible position.
2. An object with a _________base is more stable than one with __________ base.
3. The stability of an object depends on the location of the _________________,
__________________, and amount of mass.
4. _____________ is the product of force and the lever arm.
5. Net torque always produces ______________________.
6. The lever arm is the _______________ distance from the reference point to the direction or line of
action of the force.
7. There are two conditions for a body to be in rotational equilibrium:
a. ______________ equilibrium is when the vector sum of all forces acting on it must be zero.
b. ______________ equilibrium is when the sum of all torques about any point must be zero.