Find Net Force of 2.5x10^5N Training Helicopter

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To find the net force of the 2.5x10^5N training helicopter at t=5.0s, the position vector components must be evaluated using the provided equation. The calculated position components are 2.5m in the x-direction, 11m in the y-direction, and 1.5m in the z-direction. To determine the net force, apply Newton's second law, F=ma, where 'm' is the mass derived from the given force and acceleration components. The net force can be expressed as the sum of its components, Fx, Fy, and Fz. Understanding the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration is crucial for solving this problem.
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The position of a 2.5x10^5N training helicopter under test is given by
r=(0.020m/s^3)t^3i + (2.2m/s)tj-(0.060m/s^2)t^2k , find the net force of the helicopter at t=5.0s

express F in the form Fx Fy and Fz

F=ma F=Fx+Fy+Fz


so far i plugged in t to each component to get 2.5m, 11m, and 1.5 m,
now i just need to know how to use the force that is given to find the x, y, and z components. need a little guidance.
 
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The net force is not given, you have to figure it out. What does Newton's 2nd law say about net force? (That should give you a hint about what you need to do.)
 
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