What is the net force on the car and which direction will it move?

200N
50N
Newtons going

3 answers

To determine the net force on the car and the direction it will move, you need to consider the forces acting on it.

If we assume the forces of 200 N and 50 N are in opposite directions, you would subtract the smaller force from the larger force to find the net force.

  1. If 200 N is to the right and 50 N is to the left:

    • Net Force = 200 N - 50 N = 150 N to the right.
  2. If both forces are in the same direction (both to the right or both to the left):

    • Net Force = 200 N + 50 N = 250 N in that direction.
  3. If 200 N is to the left and 50 N is to the right:

    • Net Force = 50 N - 200 N = -150 N, which indicates 150 N to the left.

Please specify the direction of the forces for a more accurate answer.

Whats the answer tho

To determine the net force and the direction the car will move, you need to clarify the directions of the forces you provided (200 N and 50 N). Here are the possible scenarios:

  1. If 200 N is to the right and 50 N is to the left:

    • Net Force = 200 N - 50 N = 150 N to the right.
  2. If both forces are to the right:

    • Net Force = 200 N + 50 N = 250 N to the right.
  3. If both forces are to the left:

    • Net Force = 200 N + 50 N = 250 N to the left.
  4. If 200 N is to the left and 50 N is to the right:

    • Net Force = 50 N - 200 N = -150 N to the left.

Please specify the directions of the forces for a definitive answer. If they are in opposing directions, the net force is dependent on which force is larger.