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What 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), which is the standard unit for force in the International System of Units (SI).
Common mistake
Mass vs Weight Confusion
Students often confuse mass with weight, thinking they are the same.
Remember that mass is a scalar quantity measured in kilograms, while weight is a vector quantity measured in newtons, defined as the force acting on an object due to gravity.
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