11. The term ‘dimension’ in physics refers to:

  • a) The size of an object
  • b) The measure of physical quantity
  • c) The units of measurement
  • d) The nature of a physical quantity
  • Answer: d) The nature of a physical quantity

12. The SI unit of work is:

  • a) Newton
  • b) Joule
  • c) Watt
  • d) Erg
  • Answer: b) Joule

13. The least count of a vernier caliper is typically:

  • a) 0.01 mm
  • b) 0.1 mm
  • c) 0.2 mm
  • d) 0.5 mm
  • Answer: a) 0.01 mm

14. Which of the following is a derived quantity?

  • a) Time
  • b) Length
  • c) Velocity
  • d) Mass
  • Answer: c) Velocity

15. The measurement of mass in the SI system is given by the unit:

  • a) Kilogram
  • b) Gram
  • c) Pound
  • d) Ounce
  • Answer: a) Kilogram

16. The SI unit of frequency is:

  • a) Hertz
  • b) Joule
  • c) Newton
  • d) Ohm
  • Answer: a) Hertz

17. The dimensional formula of force is:

  • a) [M L T^-2]
  • b) [M L^2 T^-1]
  • c) [M L T^-1]
  • d) [M T^-2]
  • Answer: a) [M L T^-2]

18. Which of the following is a non-SI unit of time?

  • a) Second
  • b) Minute
  • c) Hour
  • d) Day
  • Answer: d) Day

19. What is the SI unit of temperature?

  • a) Celsius
  • b) Fahrenheit
  • c) Kelvin
  • d) Rankine
  • Answer: c) Kelvin

20. The smallest division on a standard ruler is:

  • a) 0.1 cm
  • b) 0.01 cm
  • c) 0.05 cm
  • d) 1 mm
  • Answer: d) 1 mm