Understanding the Forces
* Weight (Force of Gravity): The book weighs 35 Newtons. This is the force pulling the book downwards due to gravity.
* Applied Force: You are applying a force of 50 Newtons upwards.
Calculating Net Force
Net force is the overall force acting on an object. Since the forces are acting in opposite directions (upward and downward), we subtract them:
Net Force = Applied Force - Weight
Net Force = 50 N - 35 N
Net Force = 15 N
Answer: The net force acting on the book is 15 Newtons upwards. This means the book will accelerate upwards because the upward force is greater than the downward force.
