Question

calculate the net force acting on the object and determine if the forces are balanced or unbalanced.
8n
↑
10n
↓
net force:
newtons
these forces are

Explanation:

Step1: Identify force directions

Forces are vertical: upward \( F_{up} = 8\,\text{N} \), downward \( F_{down} = 10\,\text{N} \).

Step2: Calculate net force

Net force \( F_{net} = F_{down} - F_{up} = 10 - 8 = 2\,\text{N} \) (downward, since \( F_{down} > F_{up} \)).

Step3: Determine force balance

Balanced forces have \( F_{net} = 0 \). Here \( F_{net} = 2\,\text{N}
eq 0 \), so forces are unbalanced.

Answer:

Net force: \( 2 \) Newtons
These forces are: unbalanced