Equilibrium
Further Mathematics S.S.S 3 Second Term
WEEK 1
Equilibrium
Performance Objectives
Students should be able to:
- Explain concept and importance of modeling;
- Distinguish between dependent and independent variables in modeling
- State examples of modeling
- Explain solutions of problems in modeling
Content
Translational Equilibrium
If a body remains at rest under the action of given forces, we say that the body is in a state of equilibrium.
From Newton's first law, if a force acts on a body, it changes its state of rest or uniform motion.
Although, not explicitly stated, two kinds of motion are implied in Newton's first law. The first type of motion is called Translation while the second type of motion is called Rotation.
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