Math Problem Statement
calcular fuerza neta
Solution
The image you uploaded shows two forces: a 20 N force pointing to the right (positive x-axis) and a 10 N force pointing downward (negative y-axis). To calculate the net force, we can treat this as a vector problem, combining the forces in the x and y directions.
Steps to calculate the net force:
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Force in the x-direction (horizontal):
- The 20 N force is along the positive x-axis.
- So,
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Force in the y-direction (vertical):
- The 10 N force is along the negative y-axis.
- So,
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Magnitude of the net force: The magnitude of the net force vector is the square root of the sum of the squares of the components in the x and y directions:
Substituting the values:
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Direction of the net force: To find the direction, we calculate the angle θ with respect to the positive x-axis:
Substituting the values:
Final Answer:
The magnitude of the net force is approximately 22.36 N, and its direction is 26.57° below the positive x-axis.
Would you like further details or have any questions about this? Here are some related questions:
- How would the result change if the direction of the 10 N force was along the positive y-axis?
- What would happen if both forces were acting at an angle instead of along the axes?
- How does the angle affect the magnitude of the net force?
- What is the physical significance of calculating the net force in this case?
- Can you describe how vector components are used in other real-world scenarios like velocity or displacement?
Tip: When dealing with forces in multiple directions, always break the forces down into their components before calculating the resultant.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Vector Addition
Trigonometry
Force Calculations
Formulas
F_{net} = \sqrt{F_x^2 + F_y^2}
\theta = \tan^{-1}(F_y / F_x)
Theorems
Pythagorean Theorem
Basic Trigonometric Identities
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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