* Net Force: When multiple forces act on an object, we calculate the *net force*. This is the overall force that determines the object's motion.
* Opposite Directions: Forces acting in opposite directions subtract from each other.
* Resultant Motion: The direction of the net force determines the direction of the object's motion. If one force is larger, it will "win out" and the object will move in its direction.
Example:
Imagine you're pushing a box with a force of 50 Newtons to the right, and your friend is pulling it to the left with a force of 30 Newtons. The net force is 20 Newtons to the right (50 - 30 = 20). The box will move to the right, in the direction of the stronger force.
