In a state of equilibrium, the forces acting on the book are balanced. This means that the upward force exerted by the table (the normal force) is equal in magnitude and opposite in direction to the downward force due to gravity acting on the book (its weight). Therefore, the statement that is true about the forces acting on the book is that the net force acting on it is zero.
A book is resting on a table in a state of equilibrium. Which statement is true about the forces acting on the book? (1 point)
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