ENGINEERING QUESTIONS 1-20
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
ANSWERS|100% CORRECT|GRADE A+
What two types of systems are designed, built, and maintained by mechanical engineers? - ANSWER -
mechanical systems
-fluid systems
The push or pull on an object resulting from contact with another object is _______. - ANSWER force
_______ is the application of force to move an object a distance. - ANSWER work
The rate at which work is performed is _______. - ANSWER power
Describe the difference between potential and kinetic energy. - ANSWER -PE: energy stored waiting to be
used
-KE: energy in motion
Linear motion - ANSWER movement in a straight line
Rotary motion - ANSWER any motion that moves in a circle
Reciprocating motion - ANSWER linear back and forth motion
Oscillating motion - ANSWER rotary back and forth motion that uses a single pivot point
A(n) _______ is a simple machine that uses a stiff bar rested on a fulcrum, or pivot, to lift or move a load.
- ANSWER lever
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