Question

Which of Newton’s laws would Nikolas have used to come up with the idea of using compressed carbon dioxide in a fire extinguisher to propel him on his skateboard?

a) First law
b) Second law
c) Third law
d) None of the above

Answer 1

Nikolas would have used Newton's Third Law of Motion to use compressed carbon dioxide in a fire extinguisher to propel himself on a skateboard.

Step-by-step explanation:

The idea of Nikolas using compressed carbon dioxide in a fire extinguisher to propel him on his skateboard illustrates the application of Newton's Third Law of Motion. This law states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. When the carbon dioxide is released from the extinguisher, it pushes against the air in one direction, therefore, the extinguisher (and Nikolas on his skateboard) is pushed in the opposite direction with an equal force. This is similar to the way a rocket or jet is propelled by the thrust, a concept that demonstrates Newton's Third Law as well.

So, the correct answer to which of Newton's laws Nikolas would have used is c) Third law.