Question

An object is acted upon by a force of 22 newtons to the right and a force of 13 newtons to the left. What is the magnitude and direction of the net force?
A. 9 newtons to the right
B. 9 newtons to the left
C. 22 newtons to the right
D. 35 newtons to the right
E. 35 newtons to the left

Answer 1

Answer

Option A)

9 newtons to the right

Explanation

A resultant/net force is the single force obtained by combining a system of forces acting on a rigid body.

Given in the question,

1. a force of 22 N to the right
2. a force of 13 N to the left

key

right = +

left = -

As force is vector quantity so direction matters hence,

resultant force = (+22 -13) N

                        = +9 N

                        = 9 N to the right