Train force problem.?

A 8.0 ×107 kg train applies its brakes with the intent of slowing down at a 1.1 m/s2 rate.

A.) What magnitude force must its brakes provide?

How do I solve this?

Jake Rawlins2017-11-06T22:05:11Z

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F = ma

= (8.0 * 10^7 kg)(1.1 m/s²)

= 8.8 * 10^7 N

alex2017-11-06T22:06:03Z

F=ma=8.8 x 10^7 N