A cart on a horizontal surface is simultaneously pulled by four horizontal forces: east

PHYSICS · Single correct · A Level · Physics · Mechanics and materials · Mechanics and materials

Problem

3\,\text{kg}

cart on a horizontal surface is simultaneously pulled by four horizontal forces:

4\,\text{N}

east,

3\,\text{N}

west,

5\,\text{N}

north, and

5\,\text{N}

south. What is the magnitude of the net force acting on the cart? (a)

1\,\text{N}

(b)

0\,\text{N}

(c)

5\,\text{N}

(d)

2\,\text{N}