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ISBN: 9780321733627
Author: Douglas C. Giancoli
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 5, Problem 2OQ
A space station revolves around the Earth as a satellite, 100 km above Earth's surface. What is the net force on an astronaut at rest inside the space station?
A. Equal to her weight on Earth.
B. A little less than her weight on Earth.
C. Less than half her weight on Earth.
D. Zero (she is weightless).
E. Somewhat larger than her weight on Earth.
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