Net force is required to bring the truck to a stop

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The discussion focuses on calculating the net force required to stop a truck weighing 1.2 x 104 kg traveling at 22 m/s over a distance of 330 m. Using the equation Fnet = ma, the net force can be determined by first calculating the acceleration needed to bring the truck to a stop. The hint provided suggests considering the work-energy principle, specifically the concept of kinetic energy and its change during deceleration.

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  • Understanding of Newton's Second Law (Fnet = ma)
  • Knowledge of kinetic energy and its formula (KE = 0.5 * m * v2)
  • Familiarity with the concepts of work and energy
  • Basic algebra for solving equations
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  • Calculate the initial kinetic energy of the truck using KE = 0.5 * m * v2
  • Determine the required deceleration using the formula v2 = u2 + 2as
  • Apply the work-energy principle to find the net force needed to stop the truck
  • Explore the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration in practical scenarios
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Homework Statement


A 1.2*10power of 4 kg truck is traveling South as 22m/s
A)what net force is required to bring the truck to a stop in 330m
B)what is the cause of this net force

Homework Equations


Fnet=ma



The Attempt at a Solution


m=1.2*10power of 4 kg
Fnet=ma
= 1.2*10power of 4 kg

Thats as far as i got
 
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soulja101 said:

Homework Statement


A 1.2*10power of 4 kg truck is traveling South as 22m/s
A)what net force is required to bring the truck to a stop in 330m
B)what is the cause of this net force

Homework Equations


Fnet=ma



The Attempt at a Solution


m=1.2*10power of 4 kg
Fnet=ma
= 1.2*104*a

Thats as far as i got

Hint: try considering work and energy.
 
you know the trucks initial energy, right? What concept refers to change in energy?
 

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