When force of 1 N is applied on a body of mass 100 g then the acceleration would be

Correct answer: B. 10 m s-2

  • A. 5 m s-2
  • B. 10 m s-2
  • C. 0.5 m s-2
  • D. 0.1 m s-2

Explanation

To find the acceleration, use Newton's second law, which states that Force = Mass × Acceleration (F = ma). First, convert the mass from grams to kilograms: 100 g = 0.1 kg. Then, use the formula with the given force: 1 N = 0.1 kg × acceleration. Solving for acceleration gives acceleration = 1 N / 0.1 kg = 10 m s-2. Therefore, Option B is correct. The other options are incorrect due to either incorrect formula application or failure to convert units properly.

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