Question 1 of 18 in FORCE, MASS AND ACCELERATION

FORCE, MASS AND ACCELERATION

1 mark · Easy

State the equation linking force, mass, and acceleration. Include the correct scientific symbols.

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F = m × a

Must show: F = m \times a

Also accept: F = ma; force = mass × acceleration

Common mistakes: A = m × F; m = F × a; missing symbols

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B1 · 1 mark · Correctly states F = m × a or equivalent equation.

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The equation is:

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