Newton's Second Law of Motion

Newton's Second Law of Motion states:

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

Applying the Formula

1. Mass (m): 1250 kg

2. Acceleration (a): 40 m/s²

3. Force (F) = (1250 kg) x (40 m/s²) = 50,000 Newtons (N)

Therefore, a force of 50,000 Newtons is necessary to accelerate a 1250 kg car at a rate of 40 m/s².