PHYSICS · Single correct · A Level · Physics · Mechanics and materials · Mechanics and materials
Problem
A book lies at rest on a horizontal table. Which of the following pairs represents an action–reaction force pair according to Newton’s third law?
(a) Weight of the book and force of the table on the book.
(b) Force of the table on the book and force of the book on the table.
(c) Force of the book on the table and the weight of the book.
(d) Force of the table on the book and air pressure acting on the book.