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The discussion centers on the forces involved when a horse pulls a cart. The force causing the horse to move forward is the downward force exerted by its hooves on the ground, which must exceed the frictional force. The cart moves due to the pulling force exerted by the horse. Participants express uncertainty about the concepts but attempt to clarify the mechanics involved. Understanding these forces is essential for grasping the physics of the horse and cart system.
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Homework Statement


A horse is pulling a cart (a) what is the force that causes the horse to move forward? (b) what is the force that causes the cart to move?


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i have no idea.

The Attempt at a Solution



i have no idea.
 
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maanneaguila said:

Homework Statement


A horse is pulling a cart (a) what is the force that causes the horse to move forward? (b) what is the force that causes the cart to move?


Homework Equations



i have no idea.

The Attempt at a Solution



i have no idea.

I would guess that the force required to move the horse is called normal force. It's the force of the ground pushing on the horse's hooves (don't know if i spelled that correctly). The force pulling the cart is..the force of the horse? I don't know the answer, but thought i'd give it a try until someone gives you a more confident and correct answer. good luck.
 
maanneaguila: give us your best understanding of what's happening. Forget forces for a moment. How is a horse able to move?
 
thanks for the idea., :D

i have here also, but not so sure if it's correct..,

the force that cause the horse to move forward is the force exerted by the hoofs/hooves and legs of the horse on the ground., it should be greater than the frictional force on the ground., :)
 
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