Understanding the Concepts

* Force (F): The push or pull on an object. Measured in Newtons (N).

* Mass (m): The amount of matter in an object. Measured in kilograms (kg).

* Acceleration (a): The rate of change of velocity. Measured in meters per second squared (m/s²).

* Newton's Second Law of Motion: F = m * a (Force equals mass times acceleration)

Calculation

1. Identify the given values:

* Force (F) = 32 N

* Mass (m) = 8 kg

2. Apply Newton's Second Law:

* F = m * a

* 32 N = 8 kg * a

3. Solve for acceleration (a):

* a = 32 N / 8 kg

* a = 4 m/s²

Answer: The acceleration of the 8 kg ball is 4 m/s².