Question

determine whether the italicized term makes each statement true or false. if the statement is true, write in the blank. if the statement is false, write in the blank the term that makes the statement true.

1. objects fall toward earth at a rate of 9.8 m/s² because of centripetal force.

Explanation:

Centripetal force is the force that keeps an object moving in a circular path. Objects fall toward Earth at a rate of \(9.8\ \text{m/s}^2\) due to gravitational force. Gravitational force is the force of attraction between two masses (in this case, the object and the Earth).

Answer:

False, gravitational force.