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A box is pushed to the right with a force of 50 N and to the left with a force of 30 N. Calculate the resultant force acting on the box Explain your answer using Resultant forces and resultant force.
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Forces and their interactions
Question
A box is pushed to the right with a force of 50 N and to the left with a force of 30 N. Calculate the resultant force acting on the box Explain your answer using Resultant forces and resultant force.
Answer
20 N to the right
Explanation
A strong answer should address calculate resultant force for forces acting in opposite directions directly. Use the context of Resultant forces within Forces and their interactions, then state the relevant forces or motion reasoning with units where needed. The answer is correct when it names the key physics quantity, keeps resultant force and balanced forces distinct, and links the conclusion back to the approved learning objective.
Common mistake
Confusing Resultant Force Calculation
Students often incorrectly add or subtract forces acting in opposite directions without considering their magnitudes properly.
To calculate the resultant force, ensure to subtract the smaller force from the larger force and indicate the direction of the resultant force.
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