If you apply the same net force to objects with masses M and 4M, the acceleration of the mass M is
A) the same as for the mass 4M.
B) four times the acceleration of the mass 4M.
C) one-fourth the acceleration of the mass 4M.
D) twice the acceleration of the mass 4M.
E) one-half the acceleration of the mass 4M.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

According to Newton's second law, acceleration is inversely proportional to mass when the force is constant. Therefore, the acceleration of mass M is four times that of mass 4M.

If You Apply the Same Net Force to Objects with Masses