How do I work out a as in F= ma?

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To calculate "a" in the equation F = ma, determine if the object is at rest or moving at a constant velocity, which indicates that a = 0. If the object is accelerating, use the information provided about the forces acting on it to apply Newton's second law. The formula for acceleration can be derived as a = F/m, where F is the net force and m is the mass of the object. Understanding the context of the problem is crucial for accurately determining the acceleration. Proper application of these principles will lead to the correct calculation of "a."
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How do I work out "a" as in F= ma?

Hey guys basically just as the title says. Any help would be greatly appreciated. :)
 
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MattA147 said:
Hey guys basically just as the title says. Any help would be greatly appreciated. :)
If the problem statement indicates that an object is at rest, or moves with a constant velocity, then a=0.

If the problem statement indicates that the acceleration is not zero, then it should give you enough information about the forces that are present for you to work out the acceleration from Newton's 2nd Law.
 


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