How to Calculate the Mass of a Toy Car Using Kinetic Energy?

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In summary, a child's toy car race car works by using an electric motor and a simple circuit. The materials used to make it are plastic, rubber, and metal. The speed of the car depends on the motor and wheel quality, and it can be made faster by upgrading the motor, wheels, or gears. Safety precautions should be taken when children are playing with a toy car race car, such as supervision and following manufacturer's instructions.
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"A child's toy race car travels across the floor with a constant velocity of 2.10m/s. if the car possesses 14.0 j of kinetic energy, find the mass of the car."

How do i do this question? Am i supposed to use ek=eg or something else?
 
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Please define your notation. I can guess that ek means kinetic energy but I don't know what eg stands for!

You are told the speed of the car and the kinetic energy. Do you know th basic definition of kinetic energy Ek= (1/2)mv2?
 
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eg stands for potential energy Mass*height*gravity
 

1. How does a child's toy car race car work?

The toy car race car works by utilizing a small electric motor that turns gears, causing the wheels to rotate and move the car forward. It also has a simple circuit with a battery, wires, and a switch to control the motor.

2. What materials are used to make a child's toy car race car?

Most toy car race cars are made from plastic, rubber, and metal. The body is usually made of plastic, the wheels are made of rubber, and the gears and motor are made of metal.

3. How fast can a child's toy car race car go?

The speed of a toy car race car depends on the power of the motor and the quality of the wheels. On average, they can reach speeds of 5-10 miles per hour.

4. How can I make my child's toy car race car go faster?

There are a few ways to make a toy car race car go faster. You can upgrade the motor to a more powerful one, replace the wheels with higher quality ones, or modify the gears to have a higher gear ratio. However, it is important to supervise children when making any modifications to their toy car race car.

5. Are there any safety precautions I should take when my child is playing with a toy car race car?

It is important to supervise children while they are playing with a toy car race car, especially if they are young. Make sure they are playing in a safe area, away from stairs or other hazards. Also, be cautious of small parts that may come loose and pose a choking hazard. Finally, always follow the manufacturer's instructions and age recommendations for the toy car race car.

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