A constant force of is applied separately to two identical toy cars

PHYSICS · Subjective · A Level · Physics · Mechanics and materials · Mechanics and materials

Problem

A constant force of 3 N3\,\text{N} is applied separately to two identical toy cars. Car X has a mass of 0.3 kg0.3\,\text{kg} while car Y has a mass of 0.6 kg0.6\,\text{kg}. Which car will experience the larger change in speed in the same time interval? Explain your choice in one or two sentences.

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