Calculating Final Velocity of a Truck Under Braking

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To calculate the final velocity of a truck with a mass of 2,000 kg traveling at 72.0 km/h under a braking force of 10,000 N for 0.800 seconds, one must apply Newton's second law and kinematic equations. The initial velocity needs to be converted to meters per second for accurate calculations. The change in velocity can be determined using the force and the time duration of the braking. Participants emphasize the importance of showing prior attempts at solving the problem to receive assistance. Ultimately, the final velocity can be calculated once the necessary steps are followed.
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Homework Statement


a small truck of mass 2.00*10^3 kg traveling at 72.0km/h experiences a force of 1.00*10^4 N for 0.800 s, when the brakes are applied. What is the final velocity?


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Michaela H said:

Homework Statement


a small truck of mass 2.00*10^3 kg traveling at 72.0km/h experiences a force of 1.00*10^4 N for 0.800 s, when the brakes are applied. What is the final velocity?

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