Question

If a car weighs 2900 lbs what is its weight in newtons

Answer 1

Answer: 12902.043N

Step-by-step explanation:

Remember that the definition of a newton is 1N = 1kg
`(m)/(s^(2) )`.

The conversion for lbs to kgs is 1kg = 2.205lbs.

2900lbs/2.205 = 1315.193kg

On earth, the acceleration of gravity is equal to 9.81
`(m)/(s^(2) )`.

Therefore, N = (1315.193kg)(9.81
`(m)/(s^(2) )`)

So , the weight of the car = 12902.043N