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What is the resultant force when two forces of 10 N and 5 N act in the same direction?.
- A.5 N
- B.10 N
- C.15 N
- D.20 N
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- 15 N
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The resultant force is calculated by adding the magnitudes of the forces acting in the same direction. Resultant force = 10 N + 5 N = 15 N.
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