Math Problem Statement
The forces in the figure act on a 2 kg object. What is the value of the x and y components of the object’s acceleration?
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Newton's Second Law
Vector Decomposition
Trigonometry
Formulas
F = ma
F_x = F \cdot cos(\theta)
F_y = F \cdot sin(\theta)
a_x = F_{net,x} / m
a_y = F_{net,y} / m
Theorems
Newton's Second Law of Motion
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12
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