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Chemical Properties — Unit test

Question 7 • GA-GSE Physical Science A

Which statement summarizes the difference between mass and weight?

Answer
A
Mass is the downward pull on an object due to gravity, and weight is the amount of matter in an object.
B
Mass is the amount of matter in an object, and weight is the downward pull on an object due to gravity.
C
Mass is measured in newtons, and weight is measured in pounds.
D
Mass is measured in pounds, and weight is measured in newtons.

Explanation

Mass is the amount of matter in an object. Weight is the force of gravity pulling on that object, so the statement that mass is matter and weight is the gravitational pull is correct.

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