Net Force Direction for 10kg Mass: How to Determine?

Click For Summary

Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around determining the direction of the net force acting on a 10kg mass, which is influenced by two additional forces alongside its weight. The original poster expresses uncertainty about how to find the direction after calculating the magnitude.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster seeks clarification on the method to determine the direction of the net force after having calculated its magnitude. There is mention of a visual aid accompanying the question, which may provide additional context.

Discussion Status

The discussion is in its initial stages, with the original poster asking for guidance on a specific aspect of the problem. Some participants have pointed out the need to follow forum guidelines regarding homework submissions, suggesting a potential redirection of the inquiry.

Contextual Notes

Participants note that the original question may not align with the intended use of the General Physics forum and emphasize the importance of providing detailed attempts at solutions in the appropriate homework section.

Amberly C
Messages
3
Reaction score
0
Two forces in addition to its weight are acting on a 10kg mass. What is the magnitude and direction of the net force acting on the mass? I was able to figure out the magnitude, but how do I find the direction? Thanks.
 
Physics news on Phys.org
Amberly C said:
Two forces in addition to its weight are acting on a 10kg mass. What is the magnitude and direction of the net force acting on the mass? I was able to figure out the magnitude, but how do I find the direction? Thanks.
Also- there is a picture that goes along with the question.
 

Attachments

  • IMG_6545.JPG
    IMG_6545.JPG
    44.9 KB · Views: 501
Amberly C:
Welcome to PF.

The General Physics forum is not intended to host Home Work threads.

You should post your HW questions in one of the HW forums here at PF. When you do so, you should fill out the HW template and provide the details of your attempt at a solution, especially where you got stuck.

I have moved your thread to the Intro Physics HW forum.
 
SteamKing said:
Amberly C:
Welcome to PF.

The General Physics forum is not intended to host Home Work threads.

You should post your HW questions in one of the HW forums here at PF. When you do so, you should fill out the HW template and provide the details of your attempt at a solution, especially where you got stuck.

I have moved your thread to the Intro Physics HW forum.
Thank you!
 

Similar threads

  • · Replies 5 ·
Replies
5
Views
2K
  • · Replies 21 ·
Replies
21
Views
2K
Replies
30
Views
5K
Replies
31
Views
2K
  • · Replies 17 ·
Replies
17
Views
2K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
Replies
6
Views
2K
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
2K
Replies
43
Views
3K
Replies
14
Views
2K