What Happens to Forces and Motion When Variables Change?

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This discussion focuses on the effects of changing variables in physics, specifically regarding forces and motion. The key scenarios analyzed include the impact of halving mass, doubling the duration of a push, and increasing force. The equations referenced include F=ma, s=0.5at², and v=at. The correct conclusions drawn from the scenarios indicate that halving mass results in a doubling of acceleration, while doubling the time of push leads to quadrupling the distance covered.

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  • Understanding Newton's Second Law (F=ma)
  • Knowledge of kinematic equations (s=0.5at², v=at)
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Homework Statement



Leaving all other quantities unchanged, what happens in the scenarios below?
• If you use a cart with half the mass, you cover distance during pushing.
• If you push twice as long, you reach final speed.
• If you push twice as long, you cover distance during pushing.
• If you double the force, you reach final speed.

Homework Equations



i think f=ma

The Attempt at a Solution



I thought the answers were double, double, half, double, but these are wrong. Any help is greatly appreciated!
 
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This is sort of confusing...

I would use s=0.5at^2

and v=a*t

based on this

1) double, because a=2F/m

2) twice as long distance or time?

if time double

3) 4x, because t is in the power of 2

4) you should be able to figure this one out now.
 
Thanks for your help!
 

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