Question

17 which statement accurately describes the net force acting on the object depicted in the free body diagram above? the net force is in the negative x - direction the net force is in the positive x - direction. the net force is in the positive y - direction. the net force is in the negative y - direction

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate net force in x - direction

Forces in x - direction: \(F_{x1}=- 30N\) (negative x - direction) and \(F_{x2}=30N\) (positive x - direction). Net force in x - direction \(F_x=F_{x1}+F_{x2}=-30 + 30=0N\)

Step2: Calculate net force in y - direction

Forces in y - direction: \(F_{y1}=51N\) (positive y - direction) and \(F_{y2}=-55N\) (negative y - direction). Net force in y - direction \(F_y=F_{y1}+F_{y2}=51+( - 55)=-4N\)

Answer:

The net force is in the negative \(y\) - direction.