Question

A block of mass 2 kg is acted upon by a net force of 10 N. What is its acceleration?

• A. 2 m/s\textsuperscript{2}
• B. 5 m/s\textsuperscript{2}
• C. 10 m/s\textsuperscript{2}
• D. 20 m/s\textsuperscript{2}

Hint:

Newton’s Second Law is a core concept: Always remember \( a = \frac{F}{m} \) when net force and mass are given.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

As per Newton's Second Law, \( F = ma \). The given values are: Force \( F = 10 \, \text{N} \) and Mass \( m = 2 \, \text{kg} \). To find acceleration, we rearrange the formula to \( a = \frac{F}{m} \). Substituting the values, we get \( a = \frac{10}{2} = 5 \, \text{m/s}^2 \). Therefore, Option (b) is the correct choice.