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What is the difference between force and net force on an object?
The difference between force and net force on an object.
Answer to Problem 1A
A force is basically a push or a pull on an object. But, when more than one force acts on an object, then the net force comes into play which is just the combination of the forces acting on the object.
Explanation of Solution
Introduction:
Whenever the state of motion or rest of an object is to be changed, force is needed.
When more than one force acts on a body, then the state of motion or rest of the body will change according to the net force and not according to the individual forces acting on it.
Conclusion:
Hence, the net force on an object is just the combination of the individual forces acting on it.
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