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Define acceleration. Give its mathematical formula and SI unit. When is acceleration of a body negative? Give two examples of situations in which acceleration of the body is negative.

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The rate of change of velocity of a moving body is called acceleration. mathematical formula of Acceleration = Final velocity-Initial velocity

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SI Unit of Acceleration is m/s2. If the Velocity of a moving body decreases, it's acceleration will be negative. Two examples of situations in which acceleration of the body is negative are รท

* Applying brakes

* When a ball is thrown upward it experiences a negative Acceleration

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