Two kids play a game of tug-of-war, but the flag in the middle of the rope is NOT moving. What force is being applied to the rope?(1 point)
Responses
One kid applies force and the other does not.
One kid applies force and the other does not.
The kids apply equal forces in similar directions.
The kids apply equal forces in similar directions.
The kids apply equal force in opposing directions.
The kids apply equal force in opposing directions.
A kid applies more force in one direction.
The kids apply equal force in opposing directions.
The kids apply equal forces in opposing directions.
In this scenario, the flag in the middle of the rope is not moving. This means that the forces applied on both sides of the rope are balanced. Let's go through the given responses to find the answer:
1. One kid applies force and the other does not. -> In this case, the rope would move towards the side where the force is being applied. Since the flag is not moving, this option can be ruled out.
2. The kids apply equal forces in similar directions. -> If both kids apply equal forces in the same direction, the rope would move, pulling the flag with it. Since the flag is not moving, this option can also be ruled out.
3. The kids apply equal force in opposing directions. -> This option is the most likely answer. If both kids apply equal forces in opposite directions, the forces cancel each other out and the rope remains stationary, keeping the flag in place.
4. A kid applies more force in one direction. -> If one kid applies more force than the other, the rope would move towards the side with the greater force. Since the flag is not moving, this option can also be ruled out.
Therefore, the correct answer is: The kids apply equal force in opposing directions.