Apentix/AP Physics 1/Unit 3: Circular Motion and Gravitation/Question
AP Physics 1mediummcq1 pt

Which statement about gravitational and inertial mass is correct?

A.Their equality explains why all objects fall with the same acceleration
B.They are equal only in the absence of gravity
C.Inertial mass is always larger
D.Gravitational mass only applies on Earth

Explanation

Core Concept

a = F_grav/m_inertial = (m_grav g)/m_inertial = g when the two masses are equal.

Correct Answer

ATheir equality explains why all objects fall with the same acceleration

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