Finding Mass from Weight: 1.47 x 10^2 N

[tim_mannire]

Homework Statement

A set of scales calibrated to read weight reads 1.47 x 10^2 N. Find the mass of the object standing on it.

Homework Equations

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The Attempt at a Solution

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[cristo]

Ok, you need to stop posting all these questions and, instead, focus on one at a time. Once you solve your lion question, then you should be able to tackle this one.

 

[Vikingjl11]

Is that 1.47 x 10² Newtons?

F = ma(gravity)

 

[tim_mannire]

Ok, you need to stop posting all these questions and, instead, focus on one at a time. Once you solve your lion question, then you should be able to tackle this one.

ok thanks

 

[tim_mannire]

Is that 1.47 x 10² Newtons?

F = ma(gravity)

yes that is correct. is that the formula i am to use?

 

[Vikingjl11]

yes, F(force)=M(mass) x a(acceleration)- In this case "a" equals accel. due to gravity.

 

[tim_mannire]

yes, F(force)=M(mass) x a(acceleration)- In this case "a" equals accel. due to gravity.

Ok. So what is the force and the mass in this question?

 

[Vikingjl11]

A Newton is a quantity of Force, you are attempting to find mass, acceleration due to gravity is a constant