Question

Analyze the following questions and solve the problem given. Laws of Motion;1. A net force of 18N is exerted on a book which accelerates at 6m/s^2. 2. What is the acceleration of a 100-kg crate experience 1500N net force?

Option 1: 1 m/s^2
Option 2: 15 m/s^2
Option 3: 0.15 m/s^2
Option 4: 0.06 m/s^2

Answer 1

To solve for the acceleration of a 100-kg crate with a 1500N force applied, use Newton's second law (F=ma). The calculation shows the acceleration is 15 m/s², making Option 2 the correct answer.

Step-by-step explanation:

Understanding Newton's Second Law of Motion

The problem presented here relates to the laws of motion, specifically Newton's second law, which can be formulated as F=ma, where F represents the net force applied to an object, m is the mass of the object, and a is the object's acceleration. To solve these types of problems, you apply Newton's second law to find the missing quantity when the other two are known.

For the second question presented by the student, the acceleration a of a 100-kg crate experiencing a 1500N net force is calculated as follows:

Using F=ma,
where
F = 1500N (net force) and
m = 100kg (mass).
We solve for a (acceleration):

a = F/m
a = 1500N / 100kg
a = 15m/s²

So, the correct answer is: Option 2: 15 m/s².