Vidyalelo
Physics GK · Q189

Gravitational Force

Competitive Exams · Physics GK · question 189

Q189

If the mass of an object is 600 kgs, what will be its weight on the moon? (N = Newton)

A.
60 N
B.
600 N
C.
100 N
D.
960 N
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
Mass is constant and does not change with location

Given mass = 600 kg

Weight is calculated using W = m × g

On the Moon, gravity is approximately 1/6th of Earth's gravity

So, g (Moon) ≈ 9.8 / 6 ≈ 1.63 m/s²

Now, Weight on Moon = 600 × 1.63 ≈ 978 N

This is approximately equal to 960 N (nearest option)

Hence, the correct answer is Option D.