To find the net force, we need to consider the direction and magnitude of both forces.
The first force is 10 N directed north, and the second force is 2 N directed south.
To calculate the net force:
- The force directed north is positive: +10 N
- The force directed south is negative: -2 N
Now, we can sum them up: Net force = 10 N (north) - 2 N (south) = 10 N - 2 N = 8 N north.
So, the net force on the object is 8 N north.