Question

the formula for force is given by (f = ma). where (f) is force, (m) is mass, and (a) is acceleration. a) solve for (m) if (f = 550) and (a = 9.2). round to one decimal place if necessary. b) solve for (m) in general.

Explanation:

Step1: Isolate m for part a

Given $F = ma$, we can solve for $m$ by dividing both sides by $a$. So $m=\frac{F}{a}$. Substitute $F = 550$ and $a = 9.2$ into the formula: $m=\frac{550}{9.2}$.

Step2: Calculate the value of m for part a

$m=\frac{550}{9.2}\approx59.8$.

Step3: Isolate m for part b

Starting from the formula $F = ma$, divide both sides by $a$ (assuming $a
eq0$) to get the general - solution for $m$. So $m=\frac{F}{a}$.

Answer:

a) $59.8$
b) $\frac{F}{a}$