Physics 5054 · O Level · Mass and weight

Mass and weight — practice question

A set of bathroom scales is used by a group of students to measure forces.
(a(i))[1]

State the student’s weight.

(a(ii))[1]

Explain why the student must stand still on the scales.

(a(iii))[1]

Explain why it is more accurate if the student takes the reading from directly above the scale.

(b(i))[1]

Explain why it is important that the student pushing the box increases the force slowly.

(b(ii))[1]

Suggest a reason why the student places the box near the edge of the bench.

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