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If a force diagram shows a 20 N force acting to the right and a 15 N force acting to the left, what is the direction and magnitude of the resultant force?
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Forces and their interactions
Question
If a force diagram shows a 20 N force acting to the right and a 15 N force acting to the left, what is the direction and magnitude of the resultant force?
Answer
The resultant force is 5 N to the right.
Explanation
This question assesses the ability to determine the resultant force when forces act in opposite directions. It emphasizes the concept of subtracting the smaller force from the larger one to find the net effect.
Common mistake
Resultant Force Direction Mistake
Students often assume the resultant force direction is the same as the direction of the largest individual force.
Remind students to consider the vector nature of forces and calculate the resultant force by taking into account both magnitude and direction of all forces acting on the object.
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