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QWhich of the following is an example of an impulsive force?

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  • A A car accelerating from rest ✔ ✖
  • B A person walking on the ground ✔ ✖
  • C A hammer hitting a nail ✔ ✖
  • D A bird flying in the sky ✔ ✖
Correct Answer: Option C

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An impulsive force is a large force acting for a very short interval of time. When a hammer hits a nail, it exerts a large force on the nail for a very short period of time, which is an example of an impulsive force.
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