Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Momentum and Newton's laws of motion

Momentum and Newton's laws of motion — practice question

A car of mass $m$ is considered. A person must apply a force $F$ to the car so that it accelerates at $a$. To make the car accelerate at $3a$, the person must apply a force $2F$. Which expression represents the constant resistive force acting against the car's motion?

  • A$ma$
  • B$2ma$
  • C$3ma$
  • D$4ma$

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