Question

A force of 15N acts in the forward direction on a carton of 3kg. Suppose a friction force of 6N opposes the carton motion.
Find the following:
1) the net force
2) the acceleration of the carton

Mar 16, 2014

1. 15 - 6 = 9 N. = Net force.

2. a = Fn/m = 9/3 = 3 m/s^2.

Mar 18, 2014

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