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A rocket generates a net force (F) of 2,050,000 newtons, and the rocket mass (m) is 40,000 kilograms

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From the given equation above, F = ma, acceleration may be calculated by slightly modifying the equation into a = F / m. Substituting the known values for force and mass,

a = 2,050,000 N / 40,000 kg = 51.25 m/s²

Thus, the acceleration achieved is 51.25 m/s².

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