Does V0 affect acceleration under constant Force?

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The discussion revolves around a physics problem involving a block on a table with friction, where a constant force is applied. The problem explores how the initial velocity of the block affects its acceleration under different scenarios of applied force and friction.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

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  • Participants discuss the relationship between the applied force, friction, and acceleration, questioning whether the initial velocity influences acceleration. Some participants attempt calculations based on the net force and friction.

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The discussion is ongoing, with participants providing calculations and questioning the assumptions made about the initial velocity's effect on acceleration. There is a mix of interpretations regarding the calculations and the conditions of the problem.

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Participants note the importance of clearly stating the problem and the conditions under which the calculations are made, as well as the need to consider the effects of friction in determining acceleration.

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Homework Statement



A block of mass M = 10 kg is sitting on the table as shwoin Figure above. There is friction between the block and the table, the coefficient of friction is u = 0.1.
The block has initial velocity V, and a constant forceF is applied to the black as showing Figure above.
A) For the case of V = 0 and F = 5 N, find acceleration of the block
B) Constant force is F = 5N, and at time t = 0, the initial velocity is v = 2 m/s, find acceleration of the block.
C) Constant force is F = 15N, and at time t = 0, the initial velocity is v = 2 m/s find acceleration of the block.

It asks to find the dependence of velocity and position as functions of time, but I assume i just integrate to find those.

Homework Equations


ΣF=ma
Ff=μN

The Attempt at a Solution


F0-Ff=10kg(a)
a=(5N-10N)/10kg; a=0

So I think the acceleration is 0 in both cases, but I'm uncertain if the initial velocity would have an effect. Assuming I derived a correctly V0 doesn't affect a, but I'm honestly not sure.
 
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You didn't state the problem, but in any case acceleration only depends on the net force.
 
VinnieD said:
a=(5N-10N)/10kg; a=0
(5 - 10)/10 does not equal zero.
 
I know in the first case the force of friction is greater than the applied force so its a is 0.
How do I find the acceleration of the second case with the V0 of 2?

Is it just -.5m/s2
 
Please state the complete problem!
 
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