Question on: JAMB Physics - 2024

The moon's acceleration due to gravity is \(\frac{1}{6}\) of the earth's value. The weight of a bowling ball on the moon would be

A
6 times its weight on the earth
B
\(\frac{1}{6}\) of its weight on the earth
C
36 times its weight on the earth
D
equal to its weight on the earth
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Correct Option: B

The weight of an object is directly proportional to the acceleration due to gravity. Since the moon's gravity is 1/6 of Earth's, the weight of the bowling ball on the moon will also be 1/6 of its weight on Earth.

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