Question

What would be the net force if the forces of 50 N and 35 N each:
a. Act in the opposite direction
b. Act in the same direction

Answer 1

a. If they act in opposite directions, the net force will be the difference of the two forces. i.e. 50-35= 15N
b. If they act in the same direction, the net force will be the sum of the two forces i.e. 50+35= 85N
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Answer 2

net force is 15N
net force is 85N