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20 September, 09:57

A 15 kg box is accelerated from 15m/s to 30 m/s in 36 seconds. What is the net force exerted on the box?

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  1. 20 September, 10:04
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    Acceleration = (change in speed) / (time for the change)

    Acceleration = (30 m/s - 15 m/s) / (36 sec) =

    (15 m/s) = (36 sec) = 5/12 m/s²

    Force = (mass) x (acceleration)

    Force = (15 kg) x (5/12 m/s²) = 6.25 newtons (about 1.4 pounds)
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