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Question
In the following figure, two boys A and B are shown applying force on a block. If the block moves towards the right, which one of the following statements is correct?
Options
Magnitude of force applied by A is greater than that of B
Magnitude of force applied, by A is smaller than that of B
Net force on the block is towards A
Magnitude of force applied by A is equal to that of B
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Solution
Magnitude of force applied by A is greater than that of B
Explanation:
Magnitude of force applied by A is greater than that of B because the block moves towards right i.e. towards B.
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