Question

What is the magnitude of net force in the given situation?

• A. $1N$
• B. $2N$
• C. $5N$
• D. $0.5N$

Answer 1

The correct option is D $0.5N$

Given:
$F_1=6N$ towards right
$F_2=5.5N$ towards left

The forces acting on the object are opposite in direction and different in magnitude.
$\therefore$ Net force:
$F_{net}=F_1-F_2$
$F_{net}=6-5.5=0.5N$

The direction of net force is towards right.