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what is the acceleration of a 2,000- kilogram truck if a force of 4,200. N is used to make it start moving forward?

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Newton's 2nd law of motion: Force = (mass) x (acceleration)

Divide each side by (mass) : Acceleration = (force) / (mass)

Acceleration of the truck = (4,200 N) / (2,000 kg) = 2.1 m/s²

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