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

Momentum and Newton's laws of motion — practice question

A rocket has a weight of $W$ and, as it rises vertically from the ground, has an initial acceleration of $a$. The acceleration of free fall is $g$. Which expression represents the initial upward force produced on the rocket by the engine?

  • A$\frac{Wa}{g} + W$
  • B$\frac{Wa}{g}$
  • C$\frac{Wa}{g} - W$
  • D$Wa + W$

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