Question

A force f→= 3i + 4j newton is applied on a body of mass 2 kg. Calculate the magnitude and direction of the acceleration in the body.

Answer 1

F= ma

here F = ( 3^2 + 4^2 ) ^1/2

F= 5N

So magnitude of acceleration is 5/2 m per sec square

Acceleration = 3/2 i + 2j