How do you find acceleration with F=mg and F=ma?

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The discussion centers on the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration, specifically using the equations F=ma and F=mg. Participants clarify that by canceling mass (m) from both sides of the equation, acceleration (a) can be equated to gravitational acceleration (g). The conclusion emphasizes that in the context of gravity, acceleration is directly represented as g when force is expressed as weight (F=mg).

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I know that you have to cancel out the masses and forces but still unsure how the equation goes
 
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F=ma=mg

m cancels so

a=g

If that's not what you are asking post the whole problem.
 
Well a is acceleration. In the specific case of gravity g is acceleration. So I guess you aren't asking us to point at the equation and say "there it is". I imagine it is too simple minded to believe that you just want us to invert the equations for you?

a = F/m or g = F/m. ?

Ok, the answer to the question you seem to be asking is too trivial. I think I missed something. What are you asking again?
 

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