Per NCERT Example 6.1, two forces of 10 N and 6 N act on a block in the SAME direction (both rightward). What is the NET force?
A4 N leftward
B16 N rightward (sum of forces in the same direction)
C4 N rightward
D60 N rightward
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 16 N rightward (sum of forces in the same direction)
Per NCERT Example 6.1(a), forces in same direction add: 10 + 6 = 16 N rightward.
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