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  • Calculating Force for Acceleration: A Physics Problem
    Here's how to calculate the force needed:

    Understanding the Concepts

    * Newton's Second Law of Motion: This law states that the force (F) acting on an object is equal to its mass (m) multiplied by its acceleration (a). Mathematically, this is represented as: F = m * a

    Applying the Information

    * Mass (m): 45 kg

    * Acceleration (a): 2 m/s² (we'll assume you meant 2 meters per second squared)

    Calculation

    F = m * a

    F = 45 kg * 2 m/s²

    F = 90 Newtons (N)

    Answer: You would need a force of 90 Newtons to accelerate your body at a rate of 2 m/s².

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