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What is the weight of a lunchbox if its mass is 1.2 kg?

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Answer:

0.12 N

Step-by-step explanation:

Mass is the amount of matter in a substance.

Weight is the amount of gravity acting on the substance.

Kilograms (kg) is a unit of mass.

We use Newtons (N) as a unit for weight.

The conversion factor between kilograms and newtons is:

10 kg = 1 N

To get from kg to N, divide by 10.

1.2 kg ÷ 10 = 0.12 N

Or "zero point one two Newtons".

The weight of a lunchbox which has the mass 1.2 kg is 0.12 N.

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