Question

How much force is needed to accelerate a 2500 kg car at a rate of 3.5 m/s^2?

Answer 1

F = ma

F = applied force in newtons = to be determined

m = mass of the car = 2,500 kg

a = acceleration of the car = 3.5 m/s²

F = (2,500 kg)(3.5 m/s²)

F =8750