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
Newton's Second Law of Motion states that the acceleration of an object is directly proportional to the net force acting on it and inversely proportional to its mass. Mathematically:
* F = m * a
Solving for Acceleration
1. Rearrange the equation to solve for acceleration (a):
* a = F / m
2. Plug in the given values:
* a = 24000 N / 4000 kg
3. Calculate the acceleration:
* a = 6 m/s²
Therefore, the acceleration of the 4000 kg airplane is 6 m/s².
