In a crash test, a 2,500 kg car hits a concrete barrier at 1.3 m/s2.

Calculate the amount of force at which the car strikes the barrier.

The car strikes the barrier with a force of

N.

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Evie

1 February, 09:36

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Reilly Bird · Answer 1

Answer: 3250 N

Explanation: Force can be calculated as the product of mass and acceleration:

F = ma

= 2500 kg x 1.3 m/s²

= 3250 N

In a crash test, a 2,500 kg car hits a concrete barrier at 1.3 m/s2.Calculate the amount of force at which the car strikes the barrier.The car strikes the barrier with a force ofN.