Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics (4th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0133942651
ISBN 13: 978-0-13394-265-1

Chapter 5 - Force and Motion - Conceptual Questions - Page 127: 16

Answer

The basketball on the right is in equilibrium.

Work Step by Step

The basketball on the left is not in equilibrium. The force directed down is greater in magnitude than the force directed up, therefore there is a net force on the ball which is pointing down. The basketball on the right is in equilibrium. The horizontal force pointing to the right is equal in magnitude and opposite to the horizontal component of the force pointing at an angle. The vertical force pointing downward is equal in magnitude and opposite to the vertical component of the force pointing at an angle. Therefore, the net force on the basketball is zero.
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.