A constant force acting on a body of mass 5 kg changes its speed from 2 m/s to 8 m/s in 10 s. The magnitude of force is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A constant force acting on a body of mass 5 kg changes its speed from 2 m/s to 8 m/s in 10 s. The magnitude of force is
A. 3 N
B. 1 N
C. 5 N
D. 0.5 N
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Acceleration a = (v-u)/t = (8-2)/10 = 0.6 m/s². Force F = m×a = 5 × 0.6 = 3 N. Alternatively, impulse = change in momentum = 5×(8-2) = 30 kg m/s, time = 10 s, so average force = 30/10 = 3 N. Always check direction, but magnitude is 3 N.

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Correct Answer: Option D


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