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  • Newton's Second Law: Calculating Net Force from Mass and Acceleration
    Yes, knowing an object's mass and acceleration allows you to determine the net force being exerted on the object. According to Newton's second law of motion, the net force acting on an object is directly proportional to the object's mass and its acceleration. The equation for this law is:

    Net Force = Mass × Acceleration

    Or

    $$F = ma$$

    Where:

    - F represents the net force acting on the object in Newtons (N).

    - m represents the mass of the object in kilograms (kg).

    - a represents the acceleration of the object in meters per second squared (m/s²).

    To calculate the net force, simply multiply the object's mass by its acceleration. The result will be the net force applied to the object.

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