Question

An eagle has a forward force due to its wings of 6 N. The drag force of the air is 4 N backwards, and its lift force and force of gravity are 20 N upwards and downwards, respectively. What is the net force on the bird? A. 30 N B. 1 N forwards C. 2 N forwards D. 2 N backwards

Answer 1

C. 2 N forwards

Step-by-step explanation:

Net Force in y direction = 0 since the lift force and gravity cancel out. Net force in x direction = 6 N forward - 4 N backwards = 2 N forwards.