Question

1. which force pulls objects toward the center of earth?

a) magnetism
b) gravity
c) friction
d) balanced forces

Explanation:

• Option a: Magnetism is a force related to magnetic fields and attracts magnetic materials, not all objects toward Earth's center.
• Option b: Gravity is the force that attracts objects with mass toward the center of a massive body like Earth.
• Option c: Friction is a force that opposes motion between surfaces in contact, not a force pulling objects toward Earth's center.
• Option d: Balanced forces are a state where net force is zero, not a force type that pulls objects toward Earth.

Answer:

b) Gravity