If a block is moving to the left at a constant velocity , you can conclude the following:
Key Conclusions
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No Net Force Acting on the Block
Since the velocity is constant (both speed and direction remain unchanged), the acceleration is zero. According to Newton's First Law of Motion, this means the net force acting on the block is zero. -
Forces Are Balanced
Any forces acting on the block (like friction, applied force, gravity, normal force, etc.) must be balanced so that they cancel each other out exactly. -
No Acceleration
Constant velocity implies zero acceleration. The block is not speeding up, slowing down, or changing direction.
Summary
Observation| Conclusion
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Block moves left at constant velocity| Net force on block is zero
Velocity is constant (no acceleration)| Forces acting on block are balanced
If you want, I can help explain this with a free body diagram or more examples!