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A rocket generates a net force (F) of 2,050,000 newtons, and the rocket’s mass (m) is 40,000 kilograms. Use the formula F = ma to find the acceleration (a) achieved. A. 51.25 meters/second2 B. 51.125 meters/second2 C. 42.25 meters/second2 D. 30 meters/second2

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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Plug the numbers into the formula.  It might help you to know that 1 newton = 1 kg-m/s^2 .

 

2050000 kg-m/s^2 = 40000 kg * a

 

a = 2050000 / 40000 (m/s^2) = 51.25 meters / second^2