Directions: The diagram shows forces pulling on a box. Use the diagram to answer the questions that follow.

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Multiple Choice Question
Which statement best describes the motion of the box when the forces pull on the box?
A.
The box will move to the left because the forces are balanced.

B.
The box will move to the right because the forces are balanced.

C.
The box will move to the left because the forces are unbalanced.

D.
The box will move to the right because the forces are unbalanced.

1 answer

To determine the motion of the box, we need to understand the concept of balanced and unbalanced forces.

  • If the forces acting on the box are balanced, the box will not accelerate and will remain at rest or continue moving at a constant velocity.
  • If the forces are unbalanced, the box will accelerate in the direction of the net force.

Given that the question asks about the motion when forces pull on the box, without the specific diagram, we can conclude:

  • If the forces result in a greater pull to one side (either left or right), then the box will move in that direction because the forces are unbalanced.

Based on this reasoning:

  • If the diagram shows more force pulling to the left than to the right, the answer would be C.
  • If the diagram shows more force pulling to the right than to the left, the answer would be D.

If no side has a greater force (meaning forces are balanced), then a motion statement would relate to either A or B.

Please use the provided diagram to identify the correct answer based on the arrangement of forces. If forces are unbalanced, choose between C or D based on the direction of net force. If they are balanced, choose between A or B.