1. Find the Net Force:

* Since Jake and Ted are pushing in the same direction, their forces add up.

* Net Force = Force by Jake + Force by Ted

* Net Force = 25 N + 18 N = 43 N

2. Apply Newton's Second Law:

* Newton's Second Law of Motion states: Force = Mass x Acceleration (F = ma)

* We want to find acceleration (a), so rearrange the formula: a = F / m

3. Calculate the Acceleration:

* a = 43 N / 45 kg

* a ≈ 0.96 m/s²

Therefore, the acceleration of the cabinet is approximately 0.96 m/s².