1. Understand the Forces:

* The forces are acting in opposite directions. We'll consider one direction as positive and the other as negative.

* Let's say the 15 N force is positive, and the 5 N force is negative.

2. Calculate the Net Force:

* Net force is the sum of all forces acting on an object.

* Net Force (F_net) = 15 N - 5 N = 10 N

3. Apply Newton's Second Law:

* Newton's Second Law states: Force (F) = Mass (m) * Acceleration (a)

* We need to find the acceleration (a).

4. Solve for Acceleration:

* Rearranging the equation: a = F_net / m

* a = 10 N / 2 kg = 5 m/s²

Therefore, the resulting acceleration of the ball is 5 m/s² in the direction of the 15 N force.