A student pulls a sled forward on level ice by applying a horizontal force of

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Problem

A student pulls a sled forward on level ice by applying a horizontal force of 30 N30\,\text{N}. Neglect friction. What is the magnitude and direction of the force exerted by the sled on the student? (a) 30 N30\,\text{N}, forward (b) 0 N0\,\text{N} (c) 30 N30\,\text{N}, backward (d) 15 N15\,\text{N}, backward

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