9. Force = mass * acceleration.
F = ma
(8) = (1)a
8m/s^2 = a
10. First solve for the kinetic energy of the vehicle:
Kinetic energy = (1/2)mass * velocity^2
KE = (1/2)(1200)(2)^2
KE = 2400J
Now use this value in the equation for work:
Since the car comes to a halt, the work is equal to the kinetic energy.
Work = Force * Displacement
W = Fd
(2400) = F(0.15) Remember to convert cm to m
1.6*10^4 N = F