Sarah claims that box 1 must have a smaller mass than box 2. Which argument best supports the student's claim? a Heavier objects require less force than lighter objects to accelerate at the same rate. b Heavier objects require greater force than lighter objects to accelerate at the same rate. c Lighter objects require less force than heavier objects to start moving but will accelerate at the same rate. d Lighter objects require greater force than heavier objects to start moving but will accelerate at the same rate.
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The argument that best supports Sarah's claim is b) Heavier objects require greater force than lighter objects to accelerate at the same rate.