Question

1. what is the net force in this diagram? a) 2 n right b) 8n right c) 2n left d) 8n left

Explanation:

Step1: Define positive - direction

Let right - direction be positive.

Step2: Calculate net force

The force to the right is $F_1 = 5N$ and the force to the left is $F_2=- 3N$. The net force $F_{net}=F_1 + F_2$. Substitute the values: $F_{net}=5+( - 3)=2N$. Since the result is positive, the direction is to the right.

Answer:

A. 2 N right