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Which unit is used to measure weight?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Forces and their interactions
Question
- A. Kilograms
- B. Newtons
- C. Pascals
- D. Joules
Answer
Newtons
Explanation
Weight is a force and is measured in newtons (N).
Common mistake
Confusing Weight and Mass
Students often confuse weight with mass, thinking they are the same quantity.
Remember that weight is a force measured in newtons and depends on gravitational field strength, while mass is a scalar quantity measured in kilograms and does not change with location.
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