An astronaut who weighs 700 N on Earth is in empty space, very far from any other objects.Approximately what is the mass of the astronaut?
A) 0
B) 7 kg
C) 70 kg
D) 700 kg
E) 7,000 kg

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The weight of an object on Earth is given by the formula: weight = mass × gravitational acceleration (9.8 m/s²). So, mass = weight / gravitational acceleration = 700 N / 9.8 m/s² ≈ 70 kg.

An Astronaut Who Weighs 700 N on Earth Is in Empty