Question

Two horizontal forces, 320 N and 140 N are applied to a sled resting on a frictionless skating rink. If they are applied in the SAME direction, what is the net horizontal force on the sled?

A) 460 N
B) 180 N
C) 140 N
D) 320 N

Answer 1

The net horizontal force on the sled is 460 N.

Step-by-step explanation:

The net horizontal force on the sled can be found by summing up the individual forces. Since both forces are applied in the same direction, their magnitudes will simply add up.

Therefore, the net horizontal force on the sled is 320 N + 140 N = 460 N (Option A).