Understanding the Concepts
* Weight (W): The force exerted on an object due to gravity. It's measured in Newtons (N).
* Mass (m): The amount of matter in an object. It's measured in kilograms (kg).
* Acceleration due to gravity (g): The acceleration experienced by an object due to gravity. It's approximately 9.81 m/s² on Earth.
Formula
The relationship between weight, mass, and acceleration due to gravity is:
W = m * g
Solving for Mass (m)
1. Rearrange the formula to solve for mass:
m = W / g
2. Plug in the given values:
m = 39.36 N / 9.83 m/s²
3. Calculate the mass:
m ≈ 4.00 kg
Therefore, the mass of the object is approximately 4.00 kilograms.
