How Do You Calculate Force Mass Acceleration?
Newton’s Third Law of Motion is the basis for the acceleration formula based on mass and force. Newton’s Third Law of Motion states that for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. This law breaks down into a formula as acceleration equals force divided by mass. Determine mass and force. For example, an electric toy car motor exerts a force of 11 newtons and has a mass of 40 grams. Divide the force by the mass. In the example, 11 newtons divided by 40 grams equals an acceleration of 0.275 kilometers per seconds squared. Convert the acceleration from kilometers per second squared to whichever label the user needs, such as meters per second squared.
