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  • Calculating Force for Acceleration: A Step-by-Step Guide
    You're close, but there's a small mistake in the wording! Acceleration is measured in meters per second squared (m/s²), not just meters per second (m/s).

    Here's how to solve the problem:

    Understanding the Concept

    Newton's Second Law of Motion states that the force applied to an object is directly proportional to its mass and acceleration:

    * Force (F) = Mass (m) x Acceleration (a)

    Calculation

    1. Identify the given values:

    * Mass (m) = 60 kg

    * Acceleration (a) = 10 m/s²

    2. Apply the formula:

    * Force (F) = 60 kg x 10 m/s²

    * Force (F) = 600 Newtons (N)

    Answer: A force of 600 Newtons must be applied to the 60 kg object to make it accelerate at 10 m/s².

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