Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · SI units

SI units — practice question

A metal sphere with radius $r$ is released into a tank of water. As it moves downward with speed $v$, it experiences a drag force $F$ given by $F = krv$, where $k$ is a constant. What are the SI base units of $k$?

  • A$\text{kg m}^2\,\text{s}^{-1}$
  • B$\text{kg m}^{-2}\,\text{s}^{-2}$
  • C$\text{kg m}^{-1}\,\text{s}^{-1}$
  • D$\text{kg m s}^{-2}$

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