Question

match each force abbreviation with the correct description. force exerted by a push or pull also known as an object’s weight support force at a right angle to a surface force that comes from a resistance to motion ( f_g ) ( f_p ) ( f_f ) ( f_n )

Explanation:

• \( F_g \): Represents gravitational force, which is the force due to gravity and is also known as an object’s weight.
• \( F_p \): Represents applied force, which is a force exerted by a push or pull on an object.
• \( F_f \): Represents frictional force, which is a force that comes from a resistance to motion (opposes the relative motion of surfaces in contact).
• \( F_N \): Represents normal force, which is a support force that acts at a right angle (perpendicular) to a surface.

Answer:

• \( F_g \) - also known as an object’s weight
• \( F_p \) - force exerted by a push or pull
• \( F_f \) - force that comes from a resistance to motion
• \( F_N \) - support force at a right angle to a surface