Understanding the Force
The force acting on the package of nails is primarily due to gravity. This force is called the weight of the object.
Calculating Weight
Weight (force due to gravity) is calculated using the following formula:
* Weight (Force) = mass × acceleration due to gravity
* mass (m) = 4.0 kg
* acceleration due to gravity (g) = 9.8 m/s² (approximately)
Calculation:
Weight = 4.0 kg × 9.8 m/s² = 39.2 N
Answer:
The force acting on the package of nails is approximately 39.2 Newtons.
