Calculating Drag Force: Weight, Mass & Acceleration

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The drag force can be calculated using the formula "Weight – drag force = ma". In this case, with a mass of 0.14 kg, a weight of 1.34 N, and an acceleration of 8.63 m/s², the calculation yields a drag force of 0.13 N. The equation simplifies to 1.34 – drag force = 1.21, leading to the conclusion that the drag force is indeed 0.13 N. This method is confirmed as correct for determining drag force in physics.

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Knowing the weight, the mass and the acceleration of the object, how can I find the drag force?

I used the following formula --- "Weight – drag force = ma" --- but I'm not sure whether it is right or wrong.

Mass = 0.14
Weight = 1.34
Acceleration = 8.63

1.34 – drag force = 0.14 x 8.63
1.34 – drag force = 1.21
- drag force = -0.13
drag force = 0.13N

Thanks.

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