Equilibrium force is the force that will keep the small mass in place, hence no movement must be made. So we know that 32 N of force is acted towards the positive direction so +32 N. Which is counteracted by 26 N force so:
32 N – 26 N = 6 N (positive)
Since positive 6 is left, therefore this must be acted by an equilibrant negative 6 N.
Answer:
- 6 N