An 8.75 kg point mass and a 15.0 kg point mass are held in place 50.0 cm apart. A particle of mass m is released from a
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An 8.75 kg point mass and a 15.0 kg point mass are held in place 50.0 cm apart. A particle of mass m is released from a point between the two masses 15.0 cm from the 8.75 kg mass along the line connecting the two fixed masses. For general problem-solving tips and strategies for this topic, you may want to view a Video Tutor Solution of Acceleration due to gravitational attraction. Part A Find the magnitude a of the acceleration of the particle. Express your answer in meters per second squared. ► View Available Hint(s) IVE ΑΣΦ a = Submit Part B Find the direction of the acceleration of the particle. ► View Available Hint(s) The acceleration of the particle is toward the 8.75 kg mass. O The acceleration of the particle is toward the 15.0 kg mass. Submit Previous Answers m/s² ✓ Correct