Physics · Mechanics
Consider a skydiver falling through the air, experiencing an upward force P (air resistance) and a downward force Q (gravity). Which one among the following statements is correct about these two forces?
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- 1After the parachute opens, force P decreases while force Q increases.
- 2After the parachute opens, force P initially increases significantly while force Q remains constant.✓
- 3When force P is bigger than force Q, the speed of the skydiver remains the same.
- 4Force P is caused by gravity and force Q is caused by friction.
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After the parachute opens, force P initially increases significantly while force Q remains constant.
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