A 4.0-kg mass on the end of a string rotates in a circular motion on a horizontal frictionless table. The mass has a constant speed of 2.0 m/s and the radius of the circle is 0.80 m. What is the magnitude of the resultant force acting on the mass?

A. 39 N
B. 20 N
C. 44 N
D. 0 N
E. 30 N


Answer: B

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