Force and Newton’s Second Law

What is the relationship between force, mass and acceleration?

TEST ARCHEDPhysics and MathematicsMechanicsHighStandardConceptRead: 2 min

Why this matters

  • The most frequently applied relation in the Physics section.

Core function

  • F = m a: force equals mass times acceleration.

If you only remember 3 things

  • F = m a. Units: newton = kg m/s squared.