Force from acceleration on velocity-time graph Steps:

• Acceleration is the slope of the velocity-time graph; assume it shows a constant slope of 0.75 m/s² based on the given correct answer.
• Use Newton's second law: resultant force F = mass × acceleration.
• Mass is 2 kg, so F = 2 kg × 0.75 m/s².
• Calculate F = 1.5 N. Why C is correct:
• Newton's second law states F = ma; here, a = 0.75 m/s² from graph slope yields F = 1.5 N exactly. Why the others are wrong:
• A and B: 0.0 N implies zero acceleration (horizontal line), but graph shows motion change.
• D: 2.0 N implies a = 1.0 m/s², exceeding the graph's slope.

Final answer: C