Three blocks are in contact with each other on a frictionless horizont

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The discussion centers on a physics problem involving three blocks in contact on a frictionless horizontal surface, with a 503 N force applied to a 2.6 kg block. The objective is to determine the force between the blocks with masses of 5.8 kg and 8.3 kg. Participants emphasize the importance of drawing free body diagrams (FBDs) for each mass to visualize the forces acting on them, which is crucial for solving the problem accurately.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Newton's laws of motion
  • Ability to draw and interpret free body diagrams (FBDs)
  • Basic knowledge of force and mass relationships
  • Familiarity with frictionless surface dynamics
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  • Study Newton's second law of motion in detail
  • Practice drawing free body diagrams for various physics problems
  • Explore the concept of net force and its calculation
  • Investigate the effects of friction in similar scenarios
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Students studying physics, particularly those tackling mechanics problems involving forces and motion, as well as educators looking for effective teaching strategies in physics concepts.

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Homework Statement


Three blocks are in contact with each other
on a frictionless horizontal surface. A 503 N
horizontal force is applied to the block with
mass of 2.6 kg as shown in the figure below.
The acceleration of gravity is 9.8 m/s^2.

What is the magnitude of the force between
the block with mass 5.8 kg and 8.3 kg?

Homework Equations


The Attempt at a Solution



I understood the other parts but i can't figure out this question.
 

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SaviLovesTW said:

Homework Statement


Three blocks are in contact with each other
on a frictionless horizontal surface. A 503 N
horizontal force is applied to the block with
mass of 2.6 kg as shown in the figure below.
The acceleration of gravity is 9.8 m/s^2.

What is the magnitude of the force between
the block with mass 5.8 kg and 8.3 kg?



Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution



I understood the other parts but i can't figure out this question.

Welcome to the PF.

With questions like this, start by drawing a free body diagram (FBD) for each mass in the question. Label each FBD with all of the forces acting on the body.
 

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