Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Newton's Second Law of Motion
Newton's Second Law states that the acceleration of an object is directly proportional to the net force acting on it and inversely proportional to its mass. This relationship is expressed by the equation F = ma, where F is the net force, m is the mass, and a is the acceleration. In this scenario, the force exerted by the wind will cause the bug to accelerate, which is essential for determining its final speed.
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Kinematics
Kinematics is the branch of mechanics that deals with the motion of objects without considering the forces that cause the motion. It involves concepts such as displacement, velocity, and acceleration. To find the bug's speed at the end of the displacement, we can use kinematic equations that relate these quantities, particularly when the initial speed is zero.
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Vector Addition
Vector addition is the process of combining two or more vectors to determine a resultant vector. In this problem, the force exerted by the wind is given as a vector, and understanding how to add vectors is crucial for analyzing the bug's motion. The components of the force vector will influence the bug's acceleration and, consequently, its final speed.
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