If two forces act in opposite directions on an object, the net force acting on it is the ________________.

addition of two forces

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multplication of two forces

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difference of two forces

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division of two forces

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Solution

The correct option is C difference of two forces
Net force is the sum total of all the forces which are acting on the body.

Forces applied on an object in the same direction add to one another.

If two forces axt in the opposite directions on an object, the net force acting on it is the difference between the two forces.

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Which of the following statements is/are true?

1. Forces in the same direction add up.

2. Two forces in opposite directions resulting in a net force, equal to their difference in the direction of the larger force.

3. Change in either direction or magnitude of force does not change its effect.

4. When more than one force is acting on an object, the effect on the object is due to a net force acting on it.

10) A force of 12 N and 8 N acts on a body. What would be the net force acting on it and the direction of the net force

a) if they are acting in the same direction?

b) if they are acting in the opposite directions.?

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