Physics

To find the net force, you need to determine the vector sum of all the forces acting on the object. When forces act in opposite directions, you subtract the smaller from the larger force to find the net force.

In this case, you have a force of 8 N to the left and 4 N to the right. Since the forces are in opposite directions, you subtract the smaller force (4 N) from the larger force (8 N):

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