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Second Law of Motion

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If the same force is applied on two bodies of different masses, larger acceleration will be produced in heavier body.

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True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is B
False

Since acceleration is inversely proportional to mass for a given force, lighter body will have higher acceleration.

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