Students use a Vernier cart and track to discover the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration — building real understanding of F=ma through hands-on data collection. Students collect motion data by varying force and mass, analyze position, velocity, and acceleration graphs, and connect the results to Newton's 2nd Law. This is a data-driven, discovery-based lab where students figure out F=ma from their own experiments. What's Included: • Student lab worksheet with data tables and analysis questions • Step-by-step lab instructions • Complete teacher notes with setup guide and pacing • Answer key with sample data and explanations • Print-ready digital resource + editable Word formats Designed for Conceptual Physics, Regular Physics, and Physical Science (Grades 9-12). NGSS-aligned. Works with standard Vernier cart and track equipment. 50-75 minutes of classroom time. Buying several labs? This activity is included in the 22 Physics Labs Bundle and the MEGA curriculum bundle. Check what you own before buying it separately.