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True or false - Weight is measured in pounds; mass is measured in Newtons. Identify your answer, then explain your answer selection.

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ANSWER:

False

Explanation:

Weight is a type of force that is equal to mass times acceleration, that is, it is measured in force units such as newtons.

Mass is the amount of matter in a body, its units can be pounds or kilograms.

Therefore, the statement is false.

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