Question detail
A hanging sign has upward tension equal to its weight. Which diagram interpretation is correct?
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At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Forces and motion
Question
- A. The forces on the sign are balanced, so the resultant force is zero.
- B. The sign must accelerate upward because tension acts upward.
- C. The third-law pair acts on the sign only.
- D. Weight is cancelled because the sign is not moving.
Answer
The correct answer is: The forces on the sign are balanced, so the resultant force is zero.
Explanation
The correct option is The forces on the sign are balanced, so the resultant force is zero.. This fits Stopping distances and safety in Forces and motion because it uses the named force or motion relationship in the situation, gives the correct unit or graph meaning where needed, and avoids the specific misconception in the distractors.
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