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Which one of Newton's laws is this equation from and why?
a=[(m1-m2)g]/[m1+m2]
a=[(m1-m2)g]/[m1+m2]
Which one of Newton's laws is this equation from and why?
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The equation a=[(m1-m2)g]/[m1+m2] is derived from Newton's Second Law of Motion, which states that force is proportional to acceleration and inversely proportional to mass. This equation specifically describes the acceleration of two masses (m1 and m2) under the influence of gravity (g) in a system where action and reaction forces are at play. The discussion emphasizes the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration, confirming the foundational principles of Newtonian physics.
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