Two solid cubes of exactly the same size rest on a smooth bench
PHYSICS · Single correct · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Force and Translational Dynamics · Force and Translational Dynamics
Problem
Two solid cubes of exactly the same size rest on a smooth bench.
Cube P is made of wood and has mass 0.4kg, while cube Q is made of iron and has mass 3.2kg.
Which cube will require the larger push to set it into motion?
(a) cube P
(b) both need equal pushes
(c) cube Q
(d) neither needs a push