A Box Is to Be Moved Across a Level Surface $\degree$

question 59

Multiple Choice

A box is to be moved across a level surface.A force of magnitude 200 N may be applied at an angle of 30 $\degree$ below the horizontal to push the box or at an angle of 30 $\degree$ above the horizontal to pull the box,either application sufficient to overcome friction and move the box.Which application will cause the box to have the greater acceleration?

• A)the one below the horizontal
• B)the one above the horizontal
• C)both give equal acceleration
• D)more information is needed

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