Chapter 3, Problem 34R

To determine

The type of gravitational force exerted on an object.

Answer to Problem 34R

Weight is the gravitational force exerted on an object and the correct option is (D).

Explanation of Solution

Introduction:

The weight of an object depends on the mass and acceleration due to gravity.

The expression to determine the gravitational force is,

  $\begin{array}{c}{F}_{\text{gravity}}=W\\ F_{\text{gravity}}=mg\end{array}$

Here,

• $W$ is weight of the object.
• $m$ is the mass of the object.
• $g$ is acceleration due to gravity.

Conclusion:

Therefore, weight is the gravitational force exerted on an object.