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Universal Law of Gravitation — Quiz

Question 9 • Physics

Which equation is used to calculate the weight of an object on a planet?

Answer
A
w is equal to m cap g
B
w is equal to mg
C
w is equal to m over cap g
D
w is equal to m over g

Explanation

An object’s weight is its mass multiplied by the gravitational field strength: w = mg. Here, m is the object’s mass and g is the planet’s gravitational acceleration, so the correct choice is “w is equal to mg.”

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