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Does there appear to be a simple mathematical relationship between the acceleration of an object (with fixed mass and negligible friction) and the force applied to the object (measured by the force probe mounted on the object)? Describe the mathematical relationship in words.

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Answer:

the net force applied to an object is directly proportional to the acceleration undergone by that object

Step-by-step explanation:

This verbal statement can be expressed in equation form as follows:

a = Fnet / m

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