Question

If a person weighs 90 N on Earth, and the gravitational acceleration due to Jupiter's gravity is 25.98 m/s2, how much would the person weigh on Jupiter?

A. 3.46 N
B. 238.59 N
C. 882.00 N
D. 2338.20 N

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 238.59 N

Explanation:

First, use their weight on Earth to find their mass:

W = mg

90 N = m (9.8 m/s²)

m = 9.18 kg

Now use this mass to find the new weight on Jupiter.

W = mg

W = (9.18 kg) (25.98 m/s²)

W = 238.59 N