This is a vector diagram of the forces acting on the box.
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On one side of a box, a vector with force 6 N points left with a very long arrow. On the opposite side of the box, a vector with force 2 N, with a very short arrow, and a vector with force 4 N, with a medium arrow, point right.
Question
What is the magnitude of the net force acting on the box?
Answer options with 4 options
A.
0 Newtons
B.
2 Newtons
C.
6 Newtons
D.
12 Newtons
The correct answer is D. 12 Newtons.
To find the net force, we need to consider both the magnitude and direction of the forces. In this case, the 6 N force pointing left and the 2 N and 4 N forces pointing right are in opposite directions. To find the net force, we subtract the forces pointing right from the force pointing left:
6 N (left) - 2 N (right) - 4 N (right) = 6 N - 6 N = 0 N
Therefore, the net force acting on the box is 0 Newtons.