Question

station 2
balanced and unbalanced forces
what is the net force acting on the box? what direction will it move?
a. 20 n; to the left
b. 20 n; to the right
c. 40 n; to the right
d. 40 n; to the left

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze forces direction

The 30 N force is to the left and 10 N force is to the right.

Step2: Calculate net - force

Net force $F = 30N - 10N=20N$. Since the 30 N force (left - ward) is larger, the net force is in the left direction.

Answer:

A. 20 N; to the left