Zero Net Force Situations · PhysicsBowl 2007 #18

Physics · mechanics

Problem

In which one of the following situations is the net force constantly zero on the object? (a) A mass attached to a string and swinging like a pendulum. (b) A stone falling freely in a gravitational field. (c) An astronaut floating in the International Space Station. (d) A snowboarder riding down a steep hill. (e) A skydiver who has reached terminal velocity.

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