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A worker applies a constant horizontal force of 20 N to a box with mass 40 kg resting on a level floor with negligible friction. What is the acceleration of the box?
Options
A 0 m/s²
B 0.5 m/s²
Correct Answer
C 1.0 m/s²
D 2.0 m/s²
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Acceleration = force / mass = 20 N / 40 kg = 0.5 m/s².

Hint

Use Newton's second law: F = ma.

Question Info

Course: PHY 101
Topic: PHY 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 146 of 1250
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