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O-LevelPhysicsForces5054/12 · Oct/Nov 2018 · Q61 Mark

The graph shows how the extension of a spring changes with the masses suspended from it when the spring is on planet X and when the spring is on planet Y. Which conclusion can be drawn from these graphs?

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AIt is not possible to compare the gravitational field strengths on planets X and Y.
BThe gravitational field strength on planet X is equal to the gravitational field strength on planet Y.
CThe gravitational field strength on planet X is one third of the gravitational field strength on planet Y.
DThe gravitational field strength on planet X is three times the gravitational field strength on planet Y.

✓ Correct answer

D: The gravitational field strength on planet X is three times the gravitational field strength on planet Y.

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Topic
Forces, O-Level Physics (syllabus 5054). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source
O-Level Physics, Oct/Nov 2018 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 6.

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