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If the force that propels the cannonball forward is 500 N, how much force will move the cannon

backward? Explain.

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Answer:

500N

Step-by-step explanation:

This is due to Newton's third law of motion. For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. This encapsulates the conservation of momentum into a single idea.

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