Question detail
How does mass differ from weight?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Forces and their interactions
Question
- A. Mass is a force, while weight is a quantity
- B. Mass is measured in newtons, while weight is measured in kilograms
- C. Mass is a scalar quantity, while weight is a vector quantity
- D. Mass can change with location, while weight cannot
Answer
Mass is a scalar quantity, while weight is a vector quantity
Explanation
Mass is a scalar quantity representing the amount of matter, while weight is a vector quantity that includes the direction of the gravitational force acting on that mass.
Common mistake
Confusing Mass and Weight
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 force measured in newtons.
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