College Physics: A Strategic Approach (4th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134609034
Author: Randall D. Knight (Professor Emeritus), Brian Jones, Stuart Field
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 4, Problem 17P
A constant force is applied to an object, causing the object to accelerate at 8.0 m/s2. What will the acceleration be if
a. The force is doubled?
b. The object’s mass is doubled?
c. The force and the object’s mass are both doubled?
d. The force is doubled and the object’s mass is halved?
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