* Identify the directions: The forces are acting in opposite directions (right and left).

* Assign signs: Let's consider right as the positive direction and left as the negative direction.

* Calculate the net force:

* Force to the right: +40 N

* Force to the left: -30 N

* Net force: +40 N + (-30 N) = +10 N

Therefore, the net force on the object is 10 Newtons to the right.