The correct answer is C. 40N.
We can use the formula F = m*a, where F is the force, m is the mass, and a is the acceleration.
Plugging in the given values, we get:
F = 0.2 kg * 8 m/s^2 = 1.6 N
So the ball is accelerating with a force of 1.6 N. However, this is not the force with which it will hit the catcher's mitt. To find that, we need to consider the impact of the ball on the mitt, which will cause a reaction force equal in magnitude and opposite in direction to the force of the ball.
Therefore, the force with which the ball will hit the catcher's mitt is also 1.6 N, but in the opposite direction. However, the question is asking for the magnitude of the force, so we need to take the absolute value, which is 1.6 N.
Therefore, the correct answer is C. 40N is not the correct answer as it is not equal to the calculated force.
A 0.2-kilogram softball is thrown toward a catcher’s mitt. The ball is accelerating at a rate of 8 meters per second squared. With what force will the ball hit the catcher’s mitt?(1 point)
A. 7.8N
B. 8.2N
C. 40N
D. 1.6N
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