A 0.2-kilogram softball is thrown towards a catheters mitt. The ball is accelerating at a rate of 8 meters per second squared. With what force will the ball hit the catchers mitt?
A. 40 N
B. 7.8 N
C. 8.2 N
D. 1.6 N
The force (F) can be calculated using the equation F = m * a, where m is the mass of the object and a is the acceleration.
Given:
Mass (m) = 0.2 kg
Acceleration (a) = 8 m/s^2
Using the above formula, we get:
F = 0.2 kg * 8 m/s^2
F = 1.6 Newtons
Therefore, the force (F) with which the ball will hit the catcher's mitt is 1.6 Newtons.
The correct option is D. 1.6 N.