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

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Chapter 5 - Force and Motion - Stop to Think 5.4 - Page 121: 1

Answer

d

Work Step by Step

Forces $\overrightarrow{F}_1$ and $\overrightarrow{F}_3$ are in opposite directions, so their vectors cancel, leaving the larger force, $\overrightarrow{F}_3$ with some force remaining. Adding $\overrightarrow{F}_2$ to the leftover $\overrightarrow{F}_3$ results in a combined force between that pointing down and to the left. This direction is mostly closely shown in answer d.
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