A car’s engine provides a forward force of 2000 N while the force of air resistance is 800 N in the opposite direction. With what force will the car move, and in which direction?(1 point)

Question

Responses

1200 N forward
1200 N forward

1200 N backward
1200 N backward

16000 N forward
16000 N forward

2800 N forward

Answer 1

To find the net force acting on the car, you need to subtract the opposing force of air resistance from the forward force provided by the engine.

The forward force from the engine is 2000 N, and the air resistance is 800 N in the opposite direction.

So, the net force can be calculated as follows:

Net force = Forward force - Air resistance
Net force = 2000 N - 800 N
Net force = 1200 N

Therefore, the car will move with a net force of 1200 N forward.

The correct response is: 1200 N forward.