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Physics · Oct / Nov 2016 · Paper 12 · Question 5

5054Balanced and unbalanced forces

A force of 20 N acts on an object of mass 5.0 kg in the forward direction. A second force also acts on the object. The forward acceleration of the object is 3.0 m / s². What is the size and direction of the second force?

  1. A5.0 backwards
  2. B15 backwards
  3. C15 forwards
  4. D35 forwards

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Correct answer: A. 5.0 backwards

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