Question

What is the normal force acting on the object given a weight of 9.8 Newtons, a applied force of 20 Newtons to the right, and a frictional force of 5 Newtons?

a) 4.8 N

b) 14.8 N

c) 15.2 N

d) 25.2 N

Answer 1

The normal force acting on the object can be determined by subtracting the weight of the object from the applied force and the frictional force.

Step-by-step explanation:

The normal force acting on the object can be determined by subtracting the weight of the object from the applied force and the frictional force. The weight of the object is given as 9.8 Newtons, the applied force is 20 Newtons, and the frictional force is 5 Newtons. Therefore, the normal force is:

Normal force = applied force - weight - frictional force

Normal force = 20 N - 9.8 N - 5 N = 5.2 N