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If forces pull on the horizontal ring in directions W,X,Y and Z as shown, the ring will A not move. B move in direction W . C move in direction X . D move in direction Y.

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Answer

A. not move.

Explanation

Step 1: Analyze the given forces The problem presents a horizontal ring with forces acting on it in four directions: W, X, Y, and Z. To determine the ring's motion, we need to analyze the net force acting on it. Step 2: Identify force magnitudes The force magnitudes are given as 10 fb (femtonewtons) in each direction. Step 3: Determine the net force Since all forces have equal magnitude and are acting in opposite pairs (W-X and Y-Z), they cancel each other out. The net force on the ring is zero. Step 4: Apply Newton's First Law According to Newton's First Law of Motion, an object at rest stays at rest, and an object in motion stays in motion with the same speed and in the same direction unless acted upon by an unbalanced force. Since the net force is zero, the ring will not move.