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The object experiences two external forces: 60 N to the west and 130 N to the east. What is the net external force?

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Answer: 70 N to the East

Step-by-step explanation:

lets assume east is positive and west is negative, since they are in opposite directions the net external force = F1+F2

Net force = (-60) + 130

Net force = 70

or

Net force = 70 N in the east direction

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