The discussion revolves around the forces acting on a car that is pushing a block across a surface. Participants are tasked with drawing a free body diagram that includes various forces such as the force exerted by the block on the car, friction, gravity, and the normal force.
The discussion is ongoing, with participants exploring different interpretations of forces and their relationships. Some guidance has been offered regarding the labeling of forces, and questions about the dynamics of the system are being raised.
There is some confusion regarding the terminology used, such as the mention of a "rabbit" instead of a block, which may indicate a misunderstanding or a playful remark. Participants are encouraged to focus on the object as a system without delving into unnecessary details.
when did the block change into a rabbit?TylerK said:Homework Statement
A car pushes a block across the floor. (assume that it is moving from left to the right)
Draw a free body diagram for the car showing: Force by block on car. Force of friction. Force of Gravity. Normal force.
if the friction force on car and force of block on car both point left, how does the car move to the right?Normal force Straight up, gravity straight down. Force of box on car going left + force of friction going left.