Acceleration and friction force

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The discussion centers on calculating the force required to accelerate a carton at 2 m/s² given a friction force of 200 Newtons. The user suggests that without the mass of the carton, an algebraic approach is necessary. By denoting the mass as 'x', the formula derived for the total force (F) needed is F = m*a + friction, which simplifies to F = 2x + 200. This formula allows for the calculation of the required force once the mass is known.

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hi!
if i were to push a carton, and the friction force was 200 Newtons..
how much force would i have to exert so the box is accelerating at 2m/s/s?
i don't know how to calculate it because the mass of the carton is not given..anysuggestions?
 
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Perhaps they want an algebraic answer. I would call the mass x and derive a formula.
 

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