There are several possible reasons why the flag may not be moving during the game of tug-of-war.
1) Both kids are applying equal and opposite forces to the rope. In this case, the forces applied by both kids are canceling each other out, resulting in a net force of zero.
2) One kid is applying a greater force than the other, but the flag is stuck or immovable. In this case, the force being applied to the rope by the kid exerting more force is not sufficient to overcome the friction or resistance preventing the flag from moving.
3) There may be external forces at play, such as wind or a fixed object holding the flag in place, that are preventing the flag from moving despite the force being applied to the rope.
Two kids play a game of tug-of-war, but the flag in the middle of the rope is NOT moving. What force is being applied to the rope?(1 point)
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