The Initial Velocity of a 4

question 39

Multiple Choice

The initial velocity of a 4.0-kg box is 11 m/s, due west. After the box slides 4.0 m horizontally, its speed is 1.5 m/s. Determine the magnitude and the direction of the non-conservative force acting on the box as it slides.

• A)42 N, due west
• B)120 N, due east
• C)31 N, due east
• D)59 N, due east
• E)83 N, due west

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