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A student observes that for the same net force, heavier objects accelerate less. Which statement describes a correct conclusion?(1 point)

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An increase in acceleration causes the mass to increase.
An increase in acceleration causes the mass to increase.

There is a positive correlation between mass and acceleration.
There is a positive correlation between mass and acceleration.

There is a negative correlation between mass and acceleration.
There is a negative correlation between mass and acceleration.

An decrease in acceleration causes the mass to increase.

1 answer

The correct conclusion is:

There is a negative correlation between mass and acceleration.

This is consistent with Newton's second law of motion, which states that \( F = ma \). For a given net force (F), if the mass (m) increases, the acceleration (a) must decrease, hence a negative correlation.