A block and a block lie on identical frictionless horizontal surfaces

PHYSICS · Subjective · GCSE · Physics · Forces · Forces

Problem

2\,\text{kg}

block and a

5\,\text{kg}

block lie on identical frictionless horizontal surfaces. The same horizontal force of

4\,\text{N}

is applied separately to each block. Which block will gain the greater acceleration? Give one reason for your answer.