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Even though forces are acting on this box, it remains at rest on the table. Which force is represented by vector A?
tension
kinetic friction
static friction
air resistance
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Static friction.
Since the box is at rest while a horizontal force is being applied, the opposing horizontal force must be static friction (it prevents motion). Kinetic friction would act only if the box were sliding; tension and air resistance don't fit the situation.
Since the box is at rest while a horizontal force is being applied, the opposing horizontal force must be static friction (it prevents motion). Kinetic friction would act only if the box were sliding; tension and air resistance don't fit the situation.
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