Answer:
m = 3 kg
The mass m is 3 kg
Explanation:
From the equations of motion;
s = 0.5(u+v)t
Making t thr subject of formula;
t = 2s/(u+v)
t = time taken
s = distance travelled during deceleration = 62.5 m
u = initial speed = 25 m/s
v = final velocity = 0
Substituting the given values;
t = (2×62.5)/(25+0)
t = 5
Since, t = 5 the acceleration during this period is;
acceleration a = ∆v/t = (v-u)/t
a = (25)/5
a = 5 m/s^2
Force F = mass × acceleration
F = ma
Making m the subject of formula;
m = F/a
net force F = 15.0N
Substituting the values
m = 15/5
m = 3 kg
The mass m is 3 kg
