Question

which statement best explains why the image an example of balanced or unbalance force? a) the image is an example of an unbalanced force because the forces act in opposite directions b) the image is an example of a balanced force because the net force is 0 in the horizontal direction and vertical directions. the wagon will not move left or right, up or down. c) the image is an example of an unbalanced force because the forces have different magnitudes. d) the image is an example of a balanced force because net force is 30 n upward.

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate net force in vertical direction

Vertical forces: \(F_{up} = 5N\), \(F_{down}=5N\). Net force \(F_{net - vertical}=5N - 5N=0N\)

Step2: Calculate net force in horizontal direction

Horizontal forces: \(F_{right}=15N + 10N=25N\), \(F_{left}=25N\). Net force \(F_{net - horizontal}=25N - 25N = 0N\)

Step3: Analyze balanced and unbalanced forces

Balanced forces: Net force is \(0\). Unbalanced forces: Net force is not \(0\). Here, net force in both directions is \(0\).

Answer:

B. The image is an example of a balanced force because the net force is \(0\) in the horizontal direction and vertical directions. The wagon will not move left or right, up or down.