Question

In a tug of war, two opposite teams are pulling the rope with an equal and opposite force of $10KN$ at each and of the rope, so that condition of equilibrium exists. What is the tension in the rope?

• A. Zero
• B. $5kN$
• C. $10kN$
• D. $20kN$

Answer 1

The correct option is C

$10kN$

1. In a tug of war, both the teams are exerting an equal and opposite force of $10kN$.
2. In the case of equilibrium, the tension in the rope will be equal to the force exerted.
3. As the force is equal on both sides, the tension can be equal to the force applied on any one side of the rope.
4. Therefore, the tension in the rope is $10kN$.

Hence, option C is the correct option.