Physics Homework Help - Force when kicking a ball

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A player kicks a 0.5kg ball with a force of 50N, prompting a discussion on the force exerted on the player's foot. According to Newton's third law, the force on the foot is equal and opposite to the force applied to the ball. Therefore, when the player kicks the ball with 50N, the force on the foot is also 50N. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding the relationship between mass, acceleration, and forces in physics. This illustrates key concepts in mechanics relevant to the problem.
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Physics Homework Help -- Force when kicking a ball

Homework Statement


I have a few physics problems on my homework, I need help.

A player kicks a 0.5kg ball with a force of 50N, what is the force on his foot?


Homework Equations


F = Mass * Acceleration


The Attempt at a Solution


I was thinking either 50N or 25N would be the solution because when I think of it logically, a 1kg ball would hit my foot harder, but also that could be because force of friction.. If there was no friction on the ground.. it would be 50N right?
 
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