Question

1. the box below has a mass of 5 kg and is being pulled along a level surface with a force of 12 n to the right as shown. what is the acceleration of the box? $a = \frac{f}{m}$

(image of a box on a surface with force f = 12 n to the right, and forces labeled ①, ②, ③)
options:
0.0 m/s²
1.0 m/s²
1.4 m/s²
2.4 m/s²
clear all

Explanation:

Step1: Identify given values

Mass \( m = 5 \, \text{kg} \), Force \( F = 12 \, \text{N} \). Formula \( a=\frac{F}{m} \).

Step2: Substitute values into formula

\( a=\frac{12}{5} = 2.4 \, \text{m/s}^2 \).

Answer:

2.4 m/s² (corresponding to the option with 2.4 m/s²)