Calculating Friction Force on Falling Object: Ann T Matter (Weight 600N)

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The discussion revolves around calculating the friction force acting on Ann T Matter, who weighs 600 Newtons and is falling at a terminal velocity of 120 mph. It is established that at terminal velocity, the forces acting on her are balanced, meaning the friction force equals her weight. Therefore, the friction force acting against her is also 600 Newtons. The confusion about the terminal velocity and acceleration is clarified, emphasizing that since there is no acceleration, the resultant force is zero. The conclusion confirms that the friction force is indeed 600 N.
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Homework Statement


Ann T Matter (yeah, my teacher is that lame) (weight 600 Newtons) is falling through the air at a terminal velocity of 120 mph. How much friction is acting on her?


Homework Equations


none were given to us to use. but I'm not sure if that means that we shouldn't use any


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this is an odd question to me. all i can gather is that there is less than 600 Newtons of Friction Force acting against Ann (if i am even right about that). but the 120 mph is confusing me
 
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If Ann has reached her terminal velocity it means her velocity is constant. This means no acceleration.
If there is no acceleration, what do you know about the resultant force on her?
 
Stonebridge said:
If Ann has reached her terminal velocity it means her velocity is constant. This means no acceleration.
If there is no acceleration, what do you know about the resultant force on her?

oh thanks! 600 N. thanks alot
 
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