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Question 19M.2.SL.TZ1.6c.i

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Date May 2019 Marks available [Maximum mark: 1] Reference code 19M.2.SL.TZ1.6c.i
Level SL Paper 2 Time zone TZ1
Command term Outline Question number c.i Adapted from N/A
c.i.
[Maximum mark: 1]
19M.2.SL.TZ1.6c.i
(c.i)

Outline why a force acts on the Moon.

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Markscheme

gravitational attraction/force/field «of the planet/Moon» ✔

Do not accept “gravity”.

Examiners report

This was generally well answered, although some candidates simply used the vague term “gravity” rather than specifying that it is a gravitational force or a gravitational field. Candidates need to be reminded about using proper physics terms and not more general, “every day” terms on the exam.

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