Physics

Problem

A body of mass

2\,\text{kg}

is pulled eastward by a force of

8\,\text{N}

and simultaneously northward by a force of

6\,\text{N}

. What is the magnitude of the resultant acceleration of the body? a)

7\,\text{m/s}^2

2.5\,\text{m/s}^2

5\,\text{m/s}^2

4\,\text{m/s}^2