Question

warm - up
which diagram represents balanced forces?
which diagram has a pair of forces that differ from each other in both strength (size) and direction?
which diagram shows a pair of forces that produce a net force of zero?
in the sketch below, what is the net force acting on the box?
a. 5 n to the right
b. 5 n to the left
c. 15 n to the right
d. 15 n to the left
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Explanation:

Step1: Determinar la dirección de las fuerzas

Las fuerzas se aplican en la misma dirección (hacia abajo).

Step2: Calcular la fuerza neta

Sumamos las magnitudes de las fuerzas: \( F_{neta}=10\ N + 5\ N\).

Answer:

c. \( 15\ N\) to the right