Solve.
-The force of gravity on a planet varies with the mass of the planet. If the force of gravity on a planet in a distant solar system is about four and one half times that of Earth, how much would an object weighing 270 pounds on
Earth weigh on this planet?
A)1215 lb
B)600 lb
C)60 lb
D)274.5 lb

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To find the weight of the object on the distant planet, multiply the Earth weight by the gravity factor (4.5). So, $270 \text{ lb} \times 4.5 = 1215 \text{ lb}$.

Solve. -The Force of Gravity on a Planet Varies with the the Mass