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A car has a resultant force of 2000 N acting on it and a mass of 1000 kg. Calculate the acceleration of the car Explain your answer using Newton's laws of motion and resultant force.
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Forces and motion
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A car has a resultant force of 2000 N acting on it and a mass of 1000 kg. Calculate the acceleration of the car Explain your answer using Newton's laws of motion and resultant force.
Answer
2 m/s²
Explanation
A strong answer should address calculate acceleration from resultant force and mass directly. Use the context of Newton's laws of motion within Forces and motion, then state the relevant forces or motion reasoning with units where needed. The answer is correct when it names the key physics quantity, keeps mass and weight distinct, and links the conclusion back to the approved learning objective.
Common mistake
Common Mistake in Calculating Acceleration
Students often confuse the formula for acceleration, using mass instead of resultant force in the calculation.
Remember that acceleration is calculated using the formula a = F/m, where F is the resultant force and m is the mass. Ensure you are using the correct variables.
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