Finding mass with forcce and speed

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The discussion centers on calculating the mass of an object, specifically the "enterprise," using the forces exerted by two pods and the change in velocity over time. The forces are given as 2500 kdyn each, resulting in a total force of 5000 kdyn. The acceleration is calculated using the formula a = (Vf - Vi) / t, where Vf is 12 km/s, Vi is 0.62 km/s, and t is 11 seconds. Finally, the mass is determined using the equation F = MA, confirming the solution.

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Homework Statement


I need to find the mass of the enterprise.
I have the given...
2 pods (pulling the enterprise) : F=2500kdyn each.
t1 : v1 = 0.62km/s
t2: v2 = 12km/s
Time between those statements : (delta)t=11s

Homework Equations



v=m/s
...I don't know which equation to use, everything I have found to find mass or acceleration needs each other figured out first, which is impossible.

The Attempt at a Solution



Force at 50Newtons.
I am math/physics dumb and haven't taken this stuff in years. I need a place that will show me a walkthrough because I don't know WHERE TO START.
 
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I'm pretty dumb at physics too but here is the way I look at it. You are given two speeds, and a time, which then you can use the acceleration formula. a = (Vf-Vi)/(t). Now you are given a force and found acceleration, F=MA. Solve for mass.
 
All figured out, thank you!
 

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