Stability and Strength — Practice Questions

Question 1

An object is MORE stable when its base is:

Accepted Answer

wide and low — A wide, low base makes an object more stable.

Question 2

Which shape is very strong and often used in bridges?

Accepted Answer

Triangle — The triangle is a strong shape used in structures.

Question 3

Stability is about how well an object:

Accepted Answer

stays upright without toppling — Stability is staying upright without toppling.

Question 4

Strength is about how well a structure:

Accepted Answer

holds a load without breaking — Strength is holding a load without breaking.

Question 5

Which tower is most likely to topple over?

Accepted Answer

A tall one with a narrow base — A tall, narrow-based object topples easily — it is less stable.

Question 6

To make a structure stronger, we can use:

Accepted Answer

strong shapes and suitable materials — Strong shapes (triangles) and good materials add strength.