Answer:
We cannot tell from the information given
Explanation:
Given;
mass of the box, m = 5 kg
first force, F₁ = 10 N
second force, F₂ = 5 N
(I) Assuming the two forces are acting horizontally in opposite direction, the resultant force on the box is calculated as;
∑Fx = 10 N - 5 N
= 5 N
Apply Newton's second law of motion;
∑Fx = ma
a = ∑Fx/m
a = 5 / 5
a = 1 m/s² in the direction of the 10 N force.
(II) Also, if the two forces are acting in the same direction, the resultant force is calculated as;
∑Fx = 10 N + 5 N
∑Fx = 15 N
a = 15 / 5
a = 3 m/s²
Therefore, the information given is not enough to determine the acceleration of the box.
