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two forces, f1 and f2, are applied to a block on a frictionless, horizontal surface as shown. if the magnitude of the block's acceleration is 2 m/s^2, what is the mass of the block?



Answer :

The mass of the block on the frictionless horizontal surface is 5 kg.

How to determine the mass of the block?

The mass of the block is determined by applying Newton's second law of motion:

F = ma

The given parameters are

the magnitude of the first force, F₁ = 12 N

the magnitude of the second force, F₂ = 2 N

acceleration of the block, a = 2 m/s²

So, determining the mass of the block is

F = ma

∑F = ma

F₁ - F₂ = ma

12 - 2 = 2m

10 = 2m

m = 5 kg

Thus, the mass of the block on the frictionless horizontal surface is 5 kg.

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