If you are pushing a box with 100 N of force and the maximum friction is 150 N. What is the net force of the box?
To find the net force acting on the box, we need to subtract the force of friction from the force applied.
1. Start by identifying the given information:
- Force applied (F_applied) = 100 N
- Maximum friction (F_friction) = 150 N
2. Since the force of friction opposes the motion, its direction is opposite to the applied force.
3. The net force, represented as F_net, is calculated as follows:
F_net = F_applied - F_friction
Substituting the given values:
F_net = 100 N - 150 N
4. Calculate the net force:
F_net = -50 N
The net force acting on the box is -50 N. Note that the negative sign indicates that the net force opposes the applied force, indicating that the box is moving in the opposite direction to the force applied.