Question 5 • CMS 2026-2027 NC Math 1 CREDIT RECOVERY
In physics class, Carrie learns that a force, f , is equal to the mass of an object, m , times its acceleration, A She writes the equation F is equal to ma Using this formula, what is the acceleration of an object with f is equal to 7 point 9 2 newtons and m is equal to 3 point 6 kilograms? Express your answer to the nearest tenth. Note: The unit for Force (the Newton) is measured in the fraction with numerator ratio of kg point m and denominator s squared
Answer
A
1 point 8 the fraction with numerator m and denominator s squared
B
2 point 2 the fraction with numerator m and denominator s squared
C
4 point 9 the fraction with numerator m and denominator s squared
D
0 point 5 the fraction with numerator m and denominator s squared
Explanation
Start with F = ma and solve for acceleration: a = F ÷ m. Substitute the values: 7.92 N ÷ 3.6 kg = 2.2 m/s². Therefore, the acceleration is 2.2 meters per second squared, which is choice B.
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