what is the net force on an object if a 15 N force and a 30 N force act on the object in opposite directions

Question

 what is the net force on an object if a 15 N force and a 30 N force act on the object in opposite directions

Answer 1

The magnitude of the net force is

 

F = (30 N) - (15 N) = 15 N

 

The net force points in the direction of the 30 N force.