Tension (College Board AP® Physics 1: Algebra-Based): Exam Questions

State the properties of an ideal pulley.

State two examples of the practical applications of pulleys.

Use the correct words to complete the following sentences describing the force of tension.

i) Tension is the net result of forces that segments of a string exert on each other in response to an external force.

ii) Tension in a vertical system with a string often arises from the external force.

ii) Tension in a system with string often arises from the external forces of friction or another contact force.

Describe the purpose of a pulley.