Which of the following is a derived unit? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a derived unit?
A. Candela
B. Kilogram
C. Second
D. Newton
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Newton = kg·m/s², derived from base units. Kilogram, second, candela are base units. Derived units expressed in terms of base units. Joule, watt, pascal are also derived.

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