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  • Calculating Net Force: Solving for Force Given Mass and Acceleration
    Here's how to solve this problem:

    Understanding the Concepts

    * Newton's Second Law of Motion: This law states that the net force acting on an object is equal to its mass times its acceleration (F = ma).

    Calculations

    1. Identify the known values:

    * Mass (m) = 0.30 kg

    * Acceleration (a) = 11 m/s²

    2. Apply Newton's Second Law:

    * Force (F) = mass (m) * acceleration (a)

    * F = 0.30 kg * 11 m/s²

    3. Calculate the net force:

    * F = 3.3 N (Newtons)

    Answer: The net force on the airplane is 3.3 Newtons.

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