Net Force Questions: Calculating Frictional Force

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To calculate the frictional force when an object is dragged at constant velocity with an applied force of 12 Newtons, the frictional force must equal the applied force, resulting in a frictional force of 12 Newtons. For the second scenario, a horizontal force of 15 Newtons acting on a 5 kg block producing an acceleration of 2 m/s² requires the use of Newton's second law to determine the net force, which is 10 Newtons. The frictional force can then be calculated by subtracting the net force from the applied force, resulting in a frictional force of 5 Newtons. Participants emphasize the importance of showing work, such as free body diagrams (FBD), to facilitate assistance. Clear calculations and diagrams are essential for solving these physics problems effectively.
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A student drags an object across a laboratory table at constant velocity using an applied force of 12 Newtons. Calculate the frictional force

2. a horizontal force of 15 Newtons pulls a 5 kg block along a horizontal surface. If the force produces an acceleration of 2 m/s(squared), what is the frictional force acting on the block?


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