Question

Equal forces are applied on 2 bodies having masses in the ratio 5:3. Calculate the ratio of their
acceleration

Answer 1

Given :-

Equal forces are applied on 2 bodies having masses in the ratio 5:3

To Find :-

Ratio of acceleration

Solution :-

Let the force be bodies be 1. Since, they are equal so force will be 1

We know that

f = ma

1/1 = ma/ma

1 = 5(a₁)/3(a₂)

3a₂ = 5a₁

a₁/a₂ = 3/5

Therefore

Ratio = 3:5