How is the fnet in this scenario 0 in both the x and y compo

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In summary, the conversation discusses calculating the tension in a single rope supporting a flag of mass 2.5 kg, given a horizontal wind force of 12 N. The equations used are 0=Fg-Tsinθ and 0=12-Tcosθ, and the individual forces acting on the flag are mentioned as aerodynamic drag and gravity. The question of the flag's movement at an angle is also brought up, but no further clarification is given.
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Homework Statement


A flag of mass 2.5 kg is supported by a single rope as show in figure 13. a strong horizontal wind exerts a force of 12 N on the flag. Calculate the tension in the string?
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Homework Equations


0=Fg-Tsinθ
0=12-Tcosθ

The Attempt at a Solution


I get the right answer when both the fnets = 0, but I don't get understand how in a situation like that that would be the case, isn't the the wind exerting force on the flag so it moves at an angle?
 
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Yes. You have two forces acting on the flag: aerodynamic drag and gravity.
 
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hamza2095 said:
so it moves at an angle?
Not sure what you are bothered by. Are you questioning the way the flag is shown, i.e. as horizontal?
 

1. What does "fnet" stand for in this scenario?

"fnet" stands for net force, which is the overall force acting on an object.

2. How is the net force in both the x and y components equal to 0?

In order for the net force to equal 0 in both the x and y components, the individual forces acting on the object must cancel each other out. This means that the forces in the x direction must be equal and opposite to the forces in the y direction.

3. Can you give an example of a scenario where the net force is 0 in both the x and y components?

One example would be an object at rest on a flat surface. The force of gravity pulling the object down is counteracted by an equal and opposite normal force from the surface, resulting in a net force of 0 in both the x and y components.

4. What happens if the net force is not 0 in both the x and y components?

If the net force is not 0 in both the x and y components, the object will experience a change in its motion. The object will accelerate in the direction of the net force.

5. How do we calculate the net force in both the x and y components?

To calculate the net force in both the x and y components, we can use vector addition. This involves breaking down each individual force into its x and y components, then adding them together to find the net force in each direction. Alternatively, we can use the Pythagorean theorem to calculate the magnitude of the net force and trigonometric functions to determine its direction.

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