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When calculating an object acceleration you mustA. Divide the change in time by the velocity B. Multiply the velocity and time C . Find the difference by the time and velocity D. Divide the change in velocity by the change in time.

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From the given statements, let's select the statement which shows the best definition of the acceleration of an object.

Acceleration can be defined as the rate where the velocity of an object changes with time, in both direction and speed.

To find the acceleration of an object, apply the formula:


a=(\Delta v)/(\Delta t)

Where:

a is the acceleration

Δv is the change in velocity

Δt is the change in time.

Therefore, when calculating the acceleration of an object you must divide the change in velocity by the change in time.

ANSWER:

D. Divide the change in velocity by the change in time.

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