When we say that an object wants to maintain its state of motion, we’re talking about inertia. Which term determines the quantity of inertia for an object?

weight

The quantity of inertia for an object is determined by its mass. Inertia is a property of matter that describes its resistance to changes in motion. An object with a greater mass has more inertia, which means it is harder to accelerate or decelerate.

To determine the quantity of inertia for an object, you need to know its mass. Mass is a measure of the amount of matter contained in an object. It determines how much force is required to change the object's state of motion.

The standard unit for mass is the kilogram (kg). You can measure the mass of an object using a balance or a scale. By comparing the mass of different objects, you can determine which one has more or less inertia based on their respective quantities of mass.