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To solve this problem, we can use Newton's second law of motion, which states that the force exerted on an object is equal to its mass multiplied by its acceleration (F = m*a).
Let's consider the first ball, weighing 7 kg. The force exerted on this ball can be calculated by multiplying its mass by the acceleration:
F1 = 7 kg * 1.875 m/s^2
F1 = 13.125 N to the right
Now, let's consider the second ball, weighing 4 kg. Since it is rolling in the opposite direction (to the left), we have to take its mass as negative:
F2 = -4 kg * 1.875 m/s^2
F2 = -7.5 N to the left
Therefore, the bowling ball weighing 7 kg exerts a force of 13.125 N to the right on the bowling ball weighing 4 kg. The correct response is 13.125 N to the right.