How Far Will a Box Slide with Initial Speed and Friction?

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The discussion centers on calculating how far a box will slide given an initial speed of 3.9 m/s and a coefficient of kinetic friction of 0.23. One participant notes that the mass of the box is necessary for determining deceleration, suggesting that it should be included in the calculations. However, another participant argues that the mass is irrelevant because it cancels out in the equations, leading to a consistent acceleration of -0.23g. This highlights a key point in physics regarding the relationship between mass, friction, and motion. Understanding these principles is crucial for accurately determining the distance the box will slide.
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A box is given a push so that it slides across the floor. How far will it go, given that the coefficient of kinetic friction is 0.23 and the push imparts an initial speed of 3.9 m/s?
Could someone help, to me it is missing a part but that is the entire question
 
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Something is missing. What is the mass of the box? You need this in order to calculate the deaccelation of the box. Then you multiply the kinetic coefficient by the mass of the box. This will give you the force acting against the motion of the box. Then use "F=ma" to calculate that deaccelation. I hope this helps you.
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Nothing is missing. The mass cancels. Acceleration = -0.23g
 

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