Question

One object at the surface of the Moon experiences the same gravitational force as a second object at the surface
of the Earth. Which of the following would be a reasonable conclusion?
(A) both objects would fall at the same acceleration
(B) the object on the Moon has the greater mass
(C) the object on the Earth has the greater mass
(D) both objects have identical masses

Answer 1

Answer:

Since the acceleration due to gravity is less on the surface of the moon, to have the same gravitational force as a second object on the Earth requires the object on the Moon to have a larger mass.