Linear Momentum Question: Force Exerted in Two-Body Interactions

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In a two-body interaction, such as car A approaching stationary car B, the force exerted by both cars is equal due to Newton's third law, meaning they exert the same force on each other. Similarly, when a truck tows a car, the forces are also equal, with the truck and car exerting the same force on one another. The discussion emphasizes that the answers to both questions are the same, reinforcing the principle of equal and opposite forces. Momentum does not need to be considered in this context, as the focus is on Newton's laws. Overall, both scenarios confirm that the forces involved are equal.
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Hello.
I need confirmation on simple linear momentum questions...

1. two cars on the surface. car A approaches to car B at Va while car B is at rest. masses of both cars are same. which car puts more force or is it same?
Car A exerts larger force on B
Car B exerts larger force on A
Same

2. truck is towing the car. when the truck is accelerating, does...
the car exerts larger force on truck
the truck exerts larger force on car
same

just these 2 questions...if you can help me out. thank you.
 
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Newtons laws say?
 
equan and opposite force according to third law...
so both questions's answers are same right?
 
No need to think about momentum. Think Newton and his 3rd law.
 
PhanthomJay said:
No need to think about momentum. Think Newton and his 3rd law.

k thank you.
same force exerted for both questions. :biggrin:
just needed confirmation...
 
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