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What does the absence of a force vector in a free-body diagram indicate?

14. What does the absence of a force vector in a free-body diagram indicate?

1. The force is zero
2. The force is negligible
3. The force is internal
4. The force is infinite

Answer

The correct answer is: A) The force is zero

Explanation

A vector arrow pointing upwards in a free-body diagram commonly denotes a tension force, which causes the body to stretch or expand along its axis.