10. A styrofoam ball of the same size as the lead ball takes a longer time to re

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10. A styrofoam ball of the same size as the lead ball takes a longer time to reach the ground. Which of the following is a good explanation for this? Briefly, explain your reasoning

(a) The force of gravity does not act on the Styrofoam ball.

(b) The force of gravity on the Styrofoam ball is less than that on the lead ball.

(c) Air resistance is a significant force in this problem.

(d) There is a gravitational force between the ball and the building.

(e) The student did not release the Styrofoam ball correctly. (I claim the answer is not

Explanation / Answer

(c) Air resistance is a significant force in this problem.

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