3.3 - Balanced and Unbalanced Forces
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Practice Questions
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What is a balanced force?
💡 Hint: Think about forces that do not change an object's motion.
Can you give an example of unbalanced forces?
💡 Hint: Consider motions that occur when forces are not equal.
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What happens when balanced forces act on an object?
💡 Hint: Think about how forces affect an object's stability.
True or False: Unbalanced forces can cause an object to change its speed and direction.
💡 Hint: Consider the changes that occur when forces are not equal.
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A box is at rest on a flat surface. If a force of 20 N pushes it to the right and a force of 20 N pushes it to the left, what is the net force on the box? What does this imply about its motion?
💡 Hint: Think about how equal forces affect the state of rest.
In a game of tug-of-war, team A pulls with 450 N and team B with 350 N. Calculate the net force and state what effect this will have on the direction of the rope.
💡 Hint: Compare the forces to see which team has the greater pull.
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