MASS Spatial Reasoning Principles 5

Question 1

A lever pivots on a fulcrum. Moving the load closer to the fulcrum makes lifting it:

Accepted Answer

Easier

Answer

A load nearer the fulcrum requires less effort to lift.

Question 2

Which of these is NOT a rigid transformation (preserving size and shape)?

Accepted Answer

Scaling

Answer

Scaling changes size, so it is not a rigid transformation.

Question 3

A 3D shape with a circular base and a single apex is a:

Accepted Answer

Cone

Answer

A cone has a circular base tapering to one apex.

Question 4

If you see the back view of an asymmetric object, left and right appear:

Accepted Answer

Reversed from the front

Answer

The back view reverses left and right relative to the front.

Question 5

How many edges does a triangular prism have?

Accepted Answer

9

Answer

A triangular prism has nine edges.

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