Two equal and opposite horizontal forces of each act on a block

PHYSICS · Single correct · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Force and Translational Dynamics · Force and Translational Dynamics

Problem

Two equal and opposite horizontal forces of

15\,\text{N}

each act on a block. What is the net force on the block? (a)

30\,\text{N}

east (b)

15\,\text{N}

east (c)

0\,\text{N}

(d)

21.2\,\text{N}

northeast