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Calculate the weight of an object with a mass of 10 kg in a gravitational field strength of 9.8 N/kg Explain your answer using Gravity and weight and weight.
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Forces and their interactions
Question
Calculate the weight of an object with a mass of 10 kg in a gravitational field strength of 9.8 N/kg Explain your answer using Gravity and weight and weight.
Answer
98 N
Explanation
A strong answer should address calculate weight from mass and gravitational field strength directly. Use the context of Gravity and weight within Forces and their interactions, then state the relevant forces or motion reasoning with units where needed. The answer is correct when it names the key physics quantity, keeps mass and weight distinct, and links the conclusion back to the approved learning objective.
Common mistake
Weight Calculation Confusion
Students often confuse weight with mass and use incorrect units when calculating weight.
Remember that weight is a force measured in newtons (N) and is calculated using the formula W = mg, where m is mass in kilograms (kg) and g is gravitational field strength in N/kg.
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