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The force of gravity on a body of mass W is

A

W

B

Wg

C

`(W)/(g)`

D

`Wg^(2)`

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To solve the question about the force of gravity on a body of mass W, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Concept of Gravitational Force**: The gravitational force acting on an object is given by the formula: \[ F_g = m \cdot g \] where \( F_g \) is the gravitational force, \( m \) is the mass of the object, and \( g \) is the acceleration due to gravity. 2. **Identifying the Mass**: In this question, we are given that the mass of the body is \( W \). 3. **Substituting the Mass into the Formula**: We substitute \( W \) for \( m \) in the gravitational force formula: \[ F_g = W \cdot g \] 4. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the force of gravity on a body of mass \( W \) is: \[ F_g = Wg \] 5. **Selecting the Correct Option**: From the options provided: - Option 1: \( W \) - Option 2: \( Wg \) (This is our answer) - Option 3: \( \frac{W}{g} \) - Option 4: \( Wg^2 \) The correct answer is **Option 2: \( Wg \)**.

To solve the question about the force of gravity on a body of mass W, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Concept of Gravitational Force**: The gravitational force acting on an object is given by the formula: \[ F_g = m \cdot g ...
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