The Acceleration Due to Gravity on the Moon's Surface Is

question 8

Multiple Choice

The acceleration due to gravity on the Moon's surface is one-sixth that on Earth.An astronaut's life support backpack weighs 300 lb on Earth.What does it weigh on the Moon?

• A)1 800 lb
• B)300 lb
• C)135 lb
• D)50 lb

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