Question

A student made the table shown to list some contact and non-contact forces.

Examples of Forces
Contact Forces Non-Contact Forces
The force of air resistance on falling objects The force applied by a student on a desk to move it
The force applied by a compressed spring when it is released The force applied by an electromagnet on a wire
Which statement best explains why the table is incorrect?

Group of answer choices

Spring force is a force acting at a distance.

Air resistance is a force acting at a distance.

The student and desk have to be in contact to apply the force.

The electromagnet and wire have to be in contact to apply the force.

Answer 1

The electromagnet and wire have to be in contact to apply the force.

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