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Explain why a heavier object does not fall faster

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Explain why a heavier object does not fall faster when dropped since the accelerating force (its weight) is greater.

Explanation:

its mass is greater by just the _______ as its weight.  Thus, an application of Newton's second law (F ma) results in the same acceleration

same ratio
double ratio
1/2 ratio

Correct Answer

same ratio

Reference

Basic Physics: A Self-Teaching Guide


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