If the mass of the Earth increased by a factor of 3, with no change in the radius, what would happen to your weight?
A) It would increase by a factor of 3.
B) It would increase by a factor of 6.
C) It would decrease by a factor of 3.
D) It would decrease by a factor of 6.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Your weight is directly proportional to the mass of the Earth. If the Earth's mass triples, the gravitational force it exerts on you (which is your weight) would also triple, assuming the radius of the Earth and your mass remain constant.

If the Mass of the Earth Increased by a Factor