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How do you combine unequal forces acting in opposite directions?
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∙ 11y ago
By adding a positive force to a negative force and determining which side has a greater strength will determine the net force.
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How to combine unequal forces acting in opposite direction?
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What are equal forces acting on an object in opposite directions?
Equal forces acting on an object in opposite directions are called balanced forces. If they are on the same line of action, they are called couple forces.
What happens to the motion of an object if two unequal forces act on it in opposite directions?
Under these circumstances, the object will be pulled/pushed in the direction the stronger force is acting. (The stronger force overcomes the weaker one.)
What are for es of equal strength actingis opposite directions on an object called?
What are forces of equal strength acting in opposite directions on an object called
When equal forces are acting on one object in opposite directions are called?
Neutral or in equilibrium
Is it possible for an object not to be in motion and still have a force acting on it?
Yes, the object can have equal forces acting in opposite directions: 5N ->[]<- 5N The object will have forces acting upon it, but will not move.
Is it possible for an object to not be in motion and still have forces acting on it?
Yes, the object can have equal forces acting in opposite directions: 5N ->[]<- 5N The object will have forces acting upon it, but will not move.
How do you find the net force of two forces acting in opposite directions?
In this case, you can simply subtract one force from the other.
What would be the net force of an object 10 newton and 15 newton acting in opposite directions of an object?
5 N
Positive acceleration differ from negative acceleration?
Yes. Mathematically, they have opposite signs. So they are opposing vectors. In terms of physics, they represent the effects of forces acting in opposite directions.
In which circumstance will tow forces acting on an object be balanced?
When their magnitudes are equal and their directions are separated by 180 degrees ... i.e. they're opposite.
What are forces equal in strength but opposite in directions?
Two unequal forces The resultant force of two unequal forces clearly depends upon the magnitude of these forces and also depends on the angle of interception. One can clearly apply trigonometrical theorem for the same. such as if force x and force y of x1 and y1 magnitude is acting on an object N and if the angle between these forces is (180) degrees this means they are acting on opposite direction , and resultant force will be in direction of force x1 ir x1 > y1 or y1 if y1 < x1 So these unequal forces must be studied along with the angle of interception Hope this will give you a fair idea for calculation ( force is a vector and not scalier)
