Simple concept question about forces.

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To derive the equation for the constant net force acting on an object, the relationship Fnet = ma is used, where 'a' is acceleration defined as (v2 - v1) / t. The derived formula becomes Fnet = mass * (v2 - v1) / t. This formulation is correct and includes the required terms of mass, initial velocity, final velocity, and time interval. No further simplification is necessary for the equation to be valid.
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Homework Statement


Derive an equation for the constant net force acting on an object in terms of the object's mass, its initial velocity, final velocity and time interval during which net force is applied.

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Fnet=ma
a=v2-v1/t

The Attempt at a Solution


Fnet=mass(v2-v1/t)

Is this right? Or are you supposed to simplify it more?
 
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Yes that is right, you have given the formula with the terms that they asked for.
 

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