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The acceleration due to gravity on Mars in terms of earths gravity is 0.38g. If the Mars Curiosity Rover vehicle has a mass of 588 kg, what is its weight on Mars?

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Answer:

The weight of the vehicle on Mars = 2191.95 N

Step-by-step explanation:

Note that:

Mass is the quantity of matter in an object

The weight is the product of mass and the acceleration due to gravity

The acceleration due to gravity on Mars = 0.38g

where g = 9.81 m/s²

Mass of the vehicle = 588 kg

Weight = Mass x Acceleration due to gravity

Weight = 588 x 0.38g

Weight = 588 x 0.38 x 9.81

Weight = 2191.95 N

The weight of the vehicle on Mars = 2191.95 N

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