Unit: mechanics
Year: 1995 Question#: 16
Question: A 4.0 x 103-watt motor applies a force of 8.0 x 102 -newtons to move a boat at constant speed. How far does the boat move in 16 seconds?
(1 ) 3.2m
(2 ) 5.0m
(3 ) 32m
(4 ) 80.m
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Explanation by: Chad H
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Answer 1
3.2m
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Answer 2
5.0m
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This is the amount for the avg. velocity of the object but it looks like you forgot to find the displacement.
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32m
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80.m
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How much can this force move the boat in 16 seconds? return to top
