Constant vs Variable Math Example 3

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Example 3

easy
In F=maF = ma (Newton's second law), which symbols are variables?

Solution

  1. 1
    All three (FF, mm, aa) can change depending on the situation.
  2. 2
    They are all variables in this general formula.

Answer

FF, mm, and aa are all variables.
In physics formulas, quantities like force, mass, and acceleration are variables because they take different values in different situations.

About Constant vs Variable

Constants are symbols with fixed, unchanging values; variables are symbols whose values can change or are yet to be determined.

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More Constant vs Variable Examples

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Example 2 medium

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Example 4 medium

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