A-LevelPhysicsForces, density and pressure9702/12 · Oct/Nov 2024 · Q121 Mark
A kite is in equilibrium at the end of a string, as shown. [Figure 12.1] The kite has three forces acting on it: the weight W, the tension T in the string, and the force F from the wind. Which vector diagram represents the forces acting on the kite?
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AVector diagram showing forces W, T, and F forming a closed triangle in a head-to-tail arrangement. W points vertically down, T points upwards and left, F points horizontally right.
BVector diagram showing forces W, T, and F originating from a common point, not forming a closed polygon. W points vertically down, T points upwards and left, F points horizontally right.
CVector diagram showing forces W, F, and T forming a closed triangle. W points vertically down, F points downwards and right, T points upwards and left.
DVector diagram showing forces W, T, and F originating from a common point. W points vertically down, T points upwards and left, F points upwards and right.
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A: Vector diagram showing forces W, T, and F forming a closed triangle in a head-to-tail arrangement. W points vertically down, T points upwards and left, F points horizontally right.
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