If the gravitational force on the Moon is $\frac{1}{6}\text{th}$ of that on Earth, what will be the weight…

If the gravitational force on the Moon is $\frac{1}{6}\text{th}$ of that on Earth, what will be the weight on the Moon of an equipment bag that weighs $120\text{ N}$ on Earth?
  1. $120\text{ N}$
  2. $720\text{ N}$
  3. $20\text{ N}$
  4. $0\text{ N}$

Solution

Weight on Moon = $\frac{1}{6} \times \text{Weight on Earth} = \frac{120}{6} = 20\text{ N}$.

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