Two Forces Act on a 4

question 85

Multiple Choice

Two forces act on a 4.5-kg block resting on a frictionless surface as shown.What is the magnitude of the horizontal acceleration of the block?

• A)1.8 m/s²
• B)1.2 m/s²
• C)0.82 m/s²
• D)3.2 m/s²
• E)8.9 m/s²

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