SP2a Resultant Forces Flashcards
1
Q
Define a resultant force.
A
The resultant force is a single force that has the same effect as two or more forces acting together.
2
Q
Calculate resultant forces.
A
To find the resultant force subtract the magnitude of the smaller force from the magnitude of the larger force.
3
Q
Explain whether forces on an object are
balanced or unbalanced.
A
When two forces acting on an object are not equal in size, we say that they are
If the forces are balanced, the resultant force is zero
