Question 7
Newton's Laws and MomentumA block of mass 2.0 kg resting on a smooth horizontal plane is acted upon simultaneously by two forces, 10 N due North and 10 N due East. The magnitude of the acceleration produced by the forces on the block is
- A.0.10 m s−2
- B.7.05 m s−2
- C.10.00 m s−2
- D.14.10 m s−2
- E.20.00 m s−2
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (7.05 m s−2)
Explanation
Resultant = √(10² + 10²) ≈ 14.1 N. a = F/m = 14.1/2 ≈ 7.05 m s−2.