Physics math ( 2 short questions )

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Graded Assignment Physics 403A

Unit Test, Part 2

This is a test!  No other resources are to be used other than the equation sheet provided in the student resources and a calculator! Show all work for each question, including initial equations before substituting values.  Your final answer must be clearly marked with proper units.

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(Score for Question 1: Click or tap here to enter text. of 8 points)

  1. Calculate the weight of a rocket with a mass of 131,000 kg on earth (g = 9.80 m/s2) and on Jupiter (g = 24.79 m/s2). Use this example to describe the differences between mass and weight.

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(Score for Question 2: Click or tap here to enter text. of 9 points)

  • Explain how Newton’s second and third laws are used to calculate the force needed to hold up a12,300 grambook and keep it from falling. (g = 9.80 m/s2).  Calculate the force (In Newtons) as part of your answer. Show your work!

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