Force Calculator


Solve for:

Force ( F )

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Equation for Force is F = ma

Choose to solve for Force ( F ), Mass ( m ), or Acceleration ( a ).

N

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Force

Enter the force in the specified unit (e.g., newtons). Ensure it's a positive number.

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Mass

Enter the mass in the specified unit (e.g., kilograms). Ensure it's a positive number.

m/s²

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Acceleration

Enter the acceleration in the specified unit (e.g., m/s²). Ensure it's a positive number.

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Common Force Questions

What is the formula for force?

The formula for force is F = m ⋅ a, where F is force, m is mass, and a is acceleration.

What units are used for force?

Force is typically measured in newtons (N), where 1 N = 1kg⋅m/s²

What is the difference between weight and force?

Weight is a type of force caused by gravity, calculated as W = m ⋅ g, where g is the acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s² on Earth).

Example Force Calculation

Example Problem:

A car with a mass of 1,500 kg accelerates at 3 m/s². What is the force acting on the car?


Step 1:  Identify the given values

From the problem, we are given:

•   Mass:  m = 1500 kg
•   Acceleration:  a = 3 m/s²


Step 2:  Write out the formula

The formula for force is:  F = m x a
•   F = Force
•   m = Mass
•   a = Acceleration


Step 3:  Substitute the given values

F = (1500) x (3)


Step 4:  Simplify and solve

In this example no further simplification is needed
F = 1500 x 3 = 4500


Final Answer: 

The force acting on the car is 4,500 Newtons (N).