Q6 · 2024 · Paper 1Simple familiar1 mark
QUESTION 6
The graph shows the relationship between the masses of different objects and the gravitational force they experience on an unknown planet’s surface.
Determine the gravitational field strength for an object at the planet’s surface.
(A)
0.02 m s−2
(B)
0.05 m s−2
(C)
20 m s−2
(D)
50 m s−2
WORKED SOLUTION
1 markAnswer D
ANSWER
D
Worked solution
The gradient of force versus mass is the gravitational field strength, . From the graph it is about N kg = m s. Option D.
Selects option D.
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