To determine the net force acting on the block, we can break down the forces acting in the north-south and east-west directions.
North-South Directions:
- Allie pushes to the north with a force of 18 N.
- Chris pushes to the south with a force of 23 N.
Net force in the north-south direction:
- Force to the south = 23 N
- Force to the north = 18 N
- Net force south = 23 N (south) - 18 N (north) = 5 N south
East-West Directions:
- Bill pushes to the east with a force of 14 N.
- Debra pushes to the west with a force of 20 N.
Net force in the east-west direction:
- Force to the west = 20 N
- Force to the east = 14 N
- Net force west = 20 N (west) - 14 N (east) = 6 N west
Now we have:
- A net force of 5 N to the south.
- A net force of 6 N to the west.
Thus, the block will move in the direction of the resultant force, which is effectively towards the south and west.
Therefore, the correct response is:
south and west.
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