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Edexcel A-Level Physics AS 1.3.9 Newtons Second Law and Terminal Velocity Questions

Practise Edexcel IAL Physics 1.1.9 by applying F=ma and interpreting resultant forces in lift, slope, rocket and terminal-velocity contexts.

Syllabus
Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Subsidiary/Advanced Level
Course
Physics XPH11/YPH11
Level
AS

Exam points

  • apply F=ma with weight, tension, thrust or resistance to calculate acceleration or force
  • explain terminal velocity when drag or resistive force balances weight or driving force
  • interpret lift, slope or rocket motion from resultant force and acceleration changes

Edexcel A-Level Physics AS 1.3.9 Newtons Second Law and Terminal Velocity Questions question 1

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A lorry has a mass of 4500 kg.
The forward force on the lorry is 6700 N.
The total resistive force on the lorry is 900 N.
Calculate the acceleration of the lorry.

Acceleration =

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