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Homework Statement
Homework Equations
Sum of forces = MA
The Attempt at a Solution
I already found the answer to part A, which is 10kg. But for part B I am not sure which box to draw my FBD on.
Since you want the acceleration of body A, analyze the forces on body A.Oblivion77 said:But for part B I am not sure which box to draw my FBD on.
The formula for solving the equation of MA: Sum of Forces = Mass x Acceleration is F = m x a, where F represents the net force, m represents the mass, and a represents the acceleration.
The value of the net force can be determined by adding all the individual forces acting on an object. The mass can be measured in kilograms, and the acceleration can be calculated by dividing the change in velocity by the change in time.
The unit for force is Newtons (N), the unit for mass is kilograms (kg), and the unit for acceleration is meters per second squared (m/s^2).
Yes, the equation of MA: Sum of Forces = Mass x Acceleration can be used for any type of motion, whether it is linear, circular, or rotational.
Solving this equation allows us to determine the net force acting on an object and how it will affect its motion. This is crucial in understanding and predicting the behavior of objects in the physical world.