The Figure Shows Two Boxes, with M₁ > M₂, That $\overrightarrow { \mathbf { F } }$

question 10

Multiple Choice

The figure shows two boxes, with m₁ > m₂, that are on a level frictionless surface. We can apply a horizontal force $\overrightarrow { \mathbf { F } }$ either toward the right on m₁ or toward the left on m₂. The magnitude of the force that the boxes exert on each other is

• A) zero newtons in either case.
• B) larger if \(\overrightarrow { \mathbf { F } }\) is applied toward the right.
• C) larger if \(\overrightarrow { \mathbf { F } }\) is applied toward the left.
• D) the same in either case.

Identify and apply abbreviations commonly used in engineering drawings.

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