Calculating Rocket Height for 1/100 Weight on Earth's Surface?

[Stratosphere]

Can anybody solve this problem?

How high above the surface of the Earth should a rocket be
in order to have 1/100 of its normal weight? Express your answer
in units of Earth radii.

(Please include work)

 

[Dick]

This isn't that kind of a forum. You have to try and solve the problem first and then we give help. That's all. No one is supposed to solve problems for you. Give it a try. It's not that hard. What formula might you want to use?

 

[Stratosphere]

look at the other thread of mine called Need Help its on the first page on introductory physics.

 

[Doc Al]

One thread per problem, please. Go here: https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=286681