If deceleration is given instead of acceleration can i find the force

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Deceleration can be treated as negative acceleration in physics, allowing for the calculation of force using the formula F = m(-a). It is essential to establish a coordinate system and correctly label deceleration to ensure accurate results. The force calculated may yield a positive value depending on the chosen coordinate system and initial conditions, but the fundamental relationship remains valid.

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If deceleration is given instead of acceleration can i find the force ?
 
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Make sure you have a coordinate system setup and label your deceleration as negative acceleration. F==m(-a). Depending on your coordinate system, initial conditions etc.. force may still come up positive but that's not the point.
 

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